Self-Care
Self care is the practicing habits that sustain our health and wellness. The way we take care of ourselves is a reflection of our self-love; how we feel about ourselves. This form of awareness and action can be anything from an emotional, mental and physical standpoint. Some of these acts are only skin deep, while other acts require us to search within and tackle emotions or behaviors we rather not bring to the surface.
The more we make a conscious effort to improve what we do not like about us, the easier it becomes to like who and what we see in the mirror.
Have you ever began to neglect yourself? No, Like really neglect yourself. Both physically and mentally. Well, What did it feel like? What did it look like? I know for me it felt like I was completely losing it. You begin to lose yourself and we all know where that takes us next. One big downward spiral. I think it’s called hitting rock bottom. All because I refused to give myself the time I needed to recover.
It is important that we practice self care because to deny ourselves of proper care is to deprive us of the happiness, joy and peace we need in order to thrive in all aspects of our life. Our confidence slowly dwindles and ultimately our self esteem. Failing to take the steps necessary to form a healthy relationship with ourselves becomes highly detrimental not only to us but to our loved ones around us. Beautifying ourselves makes us look attractive on the outside but what about the inside?
Self care helps us create healthy boundaries, letting people know that our needs and wants are important. Letting ourselves know that our needs and wants are important. These “small acts” of service to ourselves can impact major change in our health; leaving us less stressed out. A mind that was once filled with self-doubt shifts to positive thinking, a reassuring and more optimistic outlook on life. Not only does it give us opportunity to recreate ourselves but it is an incredibly rewarding catalyst for self improvement and self healing.
Despite what we may believe, we are not undeserving or selfish for choosing to listen to our minds, bodies and feelings. We matter.
