self care

If you have a hard time making time to take care of yourself, I have a few suggestions for you to upgrade your self care routine this year. I prioritize others’ needs over my own. I mistakenly believed generosity would guarantee affection. Sadly, I have learned the hard way, multiple times, that is not true. 

Want to take back control of your life? Ditch your digital calendar. Don’t get me wrong, I love the ability to have my calendar at my fingertips. Having the capability of seeing everything that is going on is convenient. And a nuance. Let me give you 3 reasons to switch and if you're still not convinced, keep your digital calendar. '

If you are looking for a way to reconnect to your body, I suggest trying to sync your life with your menstrual cycle. This concept can also help if you are looking to increase your energy.The concept is basic, no need to odo it. Or need to know it all.As a woman, we know all too well about our “monthly visitor.”

On the days where it feels too hard to face the world, just do one thing. Get up, and change your clothes - get out of your pajamas, sleep clothes, or lounge clothes. Stand in the shower - no need to wash your body or hair. Just stand under the water. 

Today was just what we needed. A short day at work and then a day at home resting.What I have come to learn is that resting isn't always about doing nothing.Sometimes resting looks like taking a nap, binge watching tv, reading a book, soaking in a bath, or sleeping all afternoon on the couch.

Don't let the world put fomo in your head. It is OK to rest and just be. There will be another pretty day.Today was a great day to...Soak up some sunBreath in some fresh airGo on a hikeCatch up on yard workPlant some flowers

Go ahead… treat yourself to a little pampering! There is an old saying you can't pour from an empty cup and that is so true. You have to refill your inner self before you can continue to give your best to others.

The mind is a powerful thing. We don’t always realize the impact our thoughts can have. When you look in the mirror, what thoughts come to mind? Do you find the flaws and focus on them? 

The more I studied what the words inner child meant, the more I can admit that we all have an inner child that needs healing. And your inner child will continue to grow and need continuing comfort and soothing throughout your life. Your inner child never outgrows you. Instead, your inner child grows because of you! 

Are you running yourself ragged? Are you over-extending yourself? Are you setting aside time to recharge? Are you distancing yourself from the chaos? Are you finding a reason to smile? Are you giving yourself grace? Love starts inside, from within. You don’t always have to come last on your list of priorities. Join us for a special 14-day Self-Love series and find new ways to say “I love me!”