Self-love doesn’t have to be hard. You can practice it, you can get better at it, and Yes, You deserve it!

Self-Love Tips

1. Remind yourself of one or two good things you did today. In fact, do it now. If you’re having trouble with this, let me give you one. You're reading this newsletter today because you care about mental health or because you want to support my newsletter. Either way, you're doing something good for yourself or another person. Acknowledge the good you do each day.

2. Accept compliments - did you read past the compliment I gave you above? Take some time to let it sink in. You deserve all the acknowledgement you receive. Instead of denying it, express thanks and take it in as if it is true because it probably is. Someone else see's the good in you.

3. Exercise, go outside, stay active. I think exercise is a form of self-love for the body. When you exercise or go outside and get some sun, you're being kind to your body. It’s not just good for your body, it’s good for your brain too. Give your body the activity and sun it needs.

4. Nourish your body with nutrients. Isn’t it interesting we would never feed our plants or our pets alcohol, soda, or substances that are dangerous to them, but we willingly digest this stuff? None of this is to shame or to promote abstinence but to encourage you to be mindful of your consumption because your body is in your care too.

5. Lastly, do something you enjoy, especially if you’ve been limiting yourself to work or caring for others. Do something for yourself, you deserve to enjoy the life you live.

PS: The desire for self-growth doesn’t preclude the need for self-love. In other words, Love yourself now even if it’s not where you want to be. Because that love will help you grow too.

My work

Yoojin Nam LMFT is the author of Thinking to Feel. He has been providing psychotherapy for 7 years and is licensed to practice in CA & TX.

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Disclaimer: These posts are not a replacement for therapy. The information contained within is for educational purposes only and is not intended to be therapeutic advice.