5 Powerful keys to Love Yourself

5 ways to love yourself.

Why is self-love the key? During childhood, they taught us to be kind to others, love others, and care for others. However, we weren't taught about self-love and how much importance it holds. I know you might be wondering if practicing self-love makes us selfish or guilty. Well, read it further, and I leave the answer up to you.

So let's dive right into further points to analyze if self-love is really selfish and have an eye on some of the ways to keep yourself healthy and happy through self-love.

 1. Remove the idea of "perfect."

 Ditch the idea of being flawless in order to be accepted by others. Nowadays, we see a lot of figures on social media with curvy bodies, perfect lives, and high IQs, which generates a sense of comparison that ultimately leads to insecurity and anxiety. Perfection is a myth. It's ok to have flaws; that's what makes you different. Remember, no one is you, and that's your power.

  2. Meditate 

In case you are wondering how meditation helps, Then let me tell you, it does wonders. Take some time for your personal care and nourish your mind and body throughout, unapologetically and freely. Be aware of your feelings, your desires, and your thoughts. In this way, you would be able to set your mind on the path you choose to walk. Inhale love, exhale toxicity.

  3. Make space for healthy habits 

Start your self-love journey by caring about yourself not just on a surface level but emotionally, mentally, and physically too. Do exercise—the most underrated therapy—go for a walk, listen to music, listen to podcasts, spend some time alone, keep the doors open for new things—significantly for learning—and most importantly, eat healthy because our mind and body are what we think and what we eat.

4. List some of your positive traits.

Write some positive traits about yourself, and you will realize a lot and find a way to love every scar you have. Shakespeare once said: "God has given you one face, and you make yourself another. When I first started writing this, I realized some of the traits that made me stand out. I came up with things I would tell my younger self, which I also shared in another blog post "Ten things I would tell my younger self". Flaws can be beautiful too, but only if you are willing to acknowledge them. Love life; love yourself.

5. Express yourself 

We are often stuck when it comes to expressing our minds and hearts, which leads to more mental health challenges. The best way is to talk to someone. Struggle to do so? no worries. I've got you covered. You can start writing blogs, poems, and gratitude journals, or just take a minute or two to think about the things you have to be grateful for.

"Attitude rewards life and gratitude reward you".

Is self-love selfish?

Selfishness is when you put your needs above all else, but self-love is when you make sure your needs aren't left out.

 

Self-love is considered the purest form of love. As said by Buddha, you, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection. How are you going to give someone something that you don't even own? It does teach you to set boundaries, be aware of your worth, and strengthen your inner self. It won't be wrong if I say love is something we all need. No matter how many people you were surrounded by at the party, at the end of the day, it's our minds and our hearts trapped together to channel our inner selves. So never feel bad or guilty for taking a step closer to yourself.

Self-love is not selfish; it's essential.

                                                         

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