Self Love

We really have to love ourselves first, before we can love others.  We can not give what we do not have. For example, if I  want to give you an apple 🍎but I don’t have any.  I have to go to the store and get some so I can give  you some. When we appreciate ourselves, it is  easier to appreciate others. Accepting ourselves for who we are, being kind, respecting,  and loving  ourselves nurtures our  growth and well-being. It is not the same as pampering ourselves.  Self-love is more taking care of ourselves so we can take care of others. Treating ourselves how we treat our best friend. Because we love ourselves, we make sure we get enough rest, eat healthy, and have a good attitude and behavior. We are mindful of our decisions and choices. We know what is best for us. Learning how to say no and having boundaries can help us become more conscious of self-care and self-love.  This process will help us have a good healthy relationship with our family and friends. We are happy when we are doing things we enjoy. Expressing our thoughts and feelings gives us peace of mind and understanding of what others are thinking and feelings. Self-love is healthy because we know we are not perfect. We  make mistakes like everyone else. But we forgive each other.

It is hard to change. Just  treating ourselves better than we used to is a good start. Accept and forgive. It is a journey. If we can love others despite their faults, we deserve the same thing.

Ephesians 4:32
" And be kind to one  another tenderhearted. forgiving one another, even as God Chirst forgave you."      NKJV