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Self-Love Means Knowing When To Say NO
High-achievers are driven to say “yes.” Yes, to show up. Yes, to help a friend. Yes, to take on more. I used to believe that if I didn’t say yes, I was inadequate, letting someone down, or not capable of doing it all. I thought that the word “no” could negatively...
Taking Time Off For the Holidays? Don’t Forget to Take Time For Yourself
Thinking about scheduling time off from work to enjoy a little self-care for the holidays? A staycation to spend your downtime relaxing at home with your family may be the break you desire. Yet, if you’re not mindful of your time, your staycation can be anything but...
The Secret to Beating Holiday Stress: Break Free from the Superwoman Syndrome
Thanksgiving has passed, but do you still find yourself holding your breath?
The holidays aren’t over. December still holds much holiday stress and errands…
>>>Buying gifts
>>>Sending invitations
>>>Running errands
>>>Decorating your home
>>>Wrapping presents
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed!
What Women Often Forget To Give Thanks For on Thanksgiving…
What a year it has been…
COVID-19. Shutdowns. Job loss. Fear for the health of yourself and your loved ones.
2020 has undoubtedly become a year that many will not forget.
Thanksgiving is a time to step away for a moment and be grateful — even during this crazy year, there are so many blessings in your life. You have a roof over your head, food in your stomach and love to share with your friends and family.
But this holiday isn’t solely for praising your loved ones. It’s also a time to give Thanksgiving gratitude to YOU.
Holiday Self-Care: How Better Time Management Can Bring You Greater Ease This Holiday Season
A Healthline survey showed that 62% of participants felt stressed over the holidays.
Why is that?
Shouldn’t the holidays be a time of joy, relaxation and bonding?
You might be wishing it was that way.
Instead, the holidays feel more like rushing, driving around, waiting in long lines and meticulously planning your finances.
You feel anything but joy — you’re stressed, overwhelmed and it feels like you need a personal holiday from the actual holidays!
Self-Love is NOT Selfish: Dispelling the Myths that Block You From Loving Yourself
Is it selfish to love yourself?
This is a question you may have wrestled with in your mind.
At times, you may feel that it is.
You may take a day off to replenish your energy, only to feel shame and guilt settle in.
Or you may have said no to doing a favor because you’re over-extended, but you tell yourself that you should’ve done it anyway.
When you start associating self-love and caring for yourself with selfishness, it affects how you move through life:
Are You Asking for What You Need? 4 Tips to Help You Speak Up and Respect Your Needs
I can do it myself.
How many times do you tell yourself this — even when it feels like you’re drowning in overwhelm and endless responsibilities?
Sometimes you push yourself to your limits because you feel like you’re advocating for your power and independence. But here’s what happens:
You try to quietly power through your exhaustion. You stay and work late, overextending yourself. Tasks pile up, your priorities fall through the cracks and then you’re left picking up the pieces…
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