Embracing Self-Love :A Journey Back to Your-self
2/21/20253 min read
Regardless of how good or talented we are, there are specific periods in life
we are going to make mistakes or have already done so, and one of the most typical things we do is "Hate Ourselves," which can lead to a variety of extreme situations.
How often do we say I love you? How often do we say I love myself, I value myself, and who I am? This is not something we do frequently. The first step in spreading love and compassion is to practise love and kindness towards oneself; without self-love and self-kindness, you cannot be good to others.
Self-Love is Not Selfish—It’s Self-Respect
Many of us feel guilty for putting ourselves first. We’re taught that loving yourself too much is “selfish” or “arrogant.” But in reality, self-love is the foundation for how we show up in the world.
Self-love means:
Setting boundaries and protecting your energy.
Speaking to yourself with kindness instead of criticism.
Allowing yourself to rest without guilt.
Choosing relationships and situations that honor your worth.
You cannot pour from an empty cup. Taking care of yourself allows you to give from a place of love, not exhaustion.
Rewrite the Way You Speak to Yourself
The way you talk to yourself becomes your inner reality. If your inner dialogue is filled with self-criticism, you will always feel like you’re “not enough.”
When you catch yourself thinking, “I’m not good enough,” reframe it to: “I am learning and growing, and that is enough.”
Instead of, “I’m so bad at this,” say, “I am improving every day.”
Replace, “I don’t deserve this,” with “I am worthy of good things.”
You would never speak to a loved one the way you speak to yourself. It’s time to show yourself the same kindness.
Accept Yourself as You Are (Without Waiting to Change)
I used to think, “I’ll love myself once I lose weight, once I succeed, once I’m ‘better.’” But self-love is not a reward for being perfect—it’s accepting yourself in every stage.
What self-acceptance looks like:
Loving your body as it is, not just when it changes.
Celebrating yourself for your progress, not just your achievements.
Embracing your imperfections as part of your unique story.
You are already worthy. Right now. As you are.
Create Daily Rituals That Nurture You
Self-love is not just a mindset—it’s a practice. Show yourself love through the little things you do every day.
Simple Self-Love Rituals:
Start your day with an affirmation: “I am enough just as I am.”
Move your body in a way that feels good (not as punishment).
Nourish yourself—drink water, eat foods that make you feel alive.
Self-love isn’t just about what you think—it’s about how you treat yourself.
Let Go of What No Longer Serves You
Sometimes, self-love means choosing yourself over what no longer aligns with you.
Things to Release for More Self-Love:
Negative self-talk that makes you doubt yourself.
Toxic relationships that drain your energy.
Unrealistic expectations that make you feel never “good enough.”
The need for approval from others—your worth is not up for debate.
You don’t have to carry what was never yours to hold. Letting go is an act of self-love.
Final Thoughts: Loving Yourself, Every Single Day
Since embracing self-love, I’ve realized it’s not about reaching a perfect version of myself. It’s about showing up for myself, exactly as I am.
And I want you to know: You are already enough. You don’t have to change to be worthy of love—because you already are.
✨ Be patient with yourself. Be kind to yourself. Love yourself—because you deserve it. 💛
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