Self-Acceptance: How to Love Yourself Exactly as You Are

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  Unconditional self-acceptance is a foreign concept to many, but learning how to accept yourself is one of the best ways to improve the overall quality of your life. Self-acceptance is linked to happiness, self-confidence, stronger emotional resilience, better relationships, and overall well-being. People who accept themselves unconditionally also tend to suffer less stress and … Read more

Self-Kindness: How to Be Nicer to Yourself (With Real Examples)

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  You know how to be kind to others, but are you nice to yourself, too? Self-kindness may seem like a simple concept, and yet many of us have trouble being kind and loving toward ourselves.  If you grew up being self-critical, self-judging and struggled with self-acceptance, then chances are you don’t yet have the … Read more

How to Take Responsibility for Your Own Happiness (Starting Now)

To Create the Life You Want, Give Up the Blame Game!

  Oprah likes to ask people, “What’s one thing you know for sure?”  If she ever asked me that question, my reply would be, “You are responsible for your life. You are responsible for your actions, your reactions, and all your decisions. You are also responsible for your happiness.” I’ve learned so much since launching … Read more

Your Higher Self: How to See Yourself as You Truly Are

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Your Higher Self Is Calling You may think you see yourself as you really are, but if you’re like most people, your self-view is clouded.  To truly see yourself as you really are, you need to understand and connect to your higher self … because your higher self is who you truly are. What Gets … Read more

Journaling for Self-Care: How to Start (and Actually Keep It Up)

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    There are many ways to practice self-care, but in recent years, more and more people have been adding journaling to their self-care routines. I’ve been a personal growth blogger and coach for over a decade, and journaling for self-care has profoundly impacted my life. That’s why I’m so excited to introduce you to … Read more

Why You Should Date Yourself (Plus 39 Self-Date Ideas)

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  Have you ever considered going on a date with yourself? Solo dating is gaining popularity for several reasons: it’s a wonderful act of self-care and a terrific way to spend time doing what you want, where and when you want. Plus, you’re a lot of fun, so why not spend some time with yourself? … Read more

How to Practice Self-Love: The Ultimate Guide to Truly Loving Yourself

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You’ve been hard on yourself long enough; it’s time to start embracing self-love instead.  You’re about to learn how to practice self-love, but before we explore the many ways to do that,  let’s get clear on what self-love is and why it’s so important.  What Is Self-love? Self-love involves practicing self-compassion and giving yourself the … Read more

Furry Friends & Self-Care: How Pets Boost Your Emotional Health

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Imagine a self-care routine that greets you with wagging tails or gentle purrs. That’s the everyday magic that pets bring into your life.  If you’ve ever loved a pet, you know what I’m talking about. Today, we’re discussing the self-care benefits of pet companionship. Join us as we celebrate these beautiful relationships and learn more … Read more

Self-Love Lessons: 7 Steps to a More Loving Relationship with Yourself

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  This Is a Story About Self-Love    It doesn’t begin all that great.  I urge you to stick with the story a bit, because there are many self-love lessons learned along the way that have the power to change your life.  I know; these principles changed my life and I’ve heard from many, many … Read more

Why Self-Care Is Important [Plus 41 Self-Care Tips & Activities]

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If you’re wondering whether self-care is really all that important, stop guessing: it is. Self-care reduces stress and anxiety, strengthens our immune system, enhances our mental health, and recharges us so we’re fresh to handle the many challenges we face day in and day out. Without adequate self-care, we’re like a flashlight with old batteries: … Read more

How to Stop Self-Sabotaging Behaviors: 7 Keys to Lasting Change

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Most of us engage in self-sabotaging behavior at some point in our lives. Self-sabotage commonly shows up as perfectionism, procrastination, disorganization, negative self-talk, or making unhealthy or poor choices that interfere with our happiness, success, or well-being. If you’re someone who struggles with self-sabotage, you’re not alone. Yet, take heart; you can break free from … Read more

31 Joyful Journal Prompts (Be Happier in Just One Month!)

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Do I Have Imposter Syndrome? How to Recognize and Overcome It

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Welcome to a space where your feelings of doubt find understanding and your fears of being an “imposter” meet compassion. We’re about to delve into a topic many of us wish we didn’t know about and yet are impacted by nearly every day: imposter syndrome.   Imposter syndrome is that hyper-critical inner voice that scowls, “You’re … Read more

Overcoming Body Image Issues: Move from Insecurity to Love

How to Make Peace with Your Body by Adopting Healthier Eating, Thinking, and Movement Habits that Stick

Overcoming body image issues isn’t necessarily easy.  Body insecurity is a challenge for many of us, but you and all those who suffer from a negative body image can change.  It can get better. Have you ever said or thought “I hate my body”?   You’re not alone.    Yet, how does that negative picture you … Read more

136 Quotes on Stress & Anxiety That’ll Blow Your Mind (And Set You Free!)

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The Ultimate List of Stress and Anxiety Quotes We’ve gathered the ultimate list of stress and anxiety quotes … 136 in all … to help inspire the stress relief you’ve been longing for and reduce the anxiety that’s been plaguing your life. Sometimes, just reading what others have said about an issue you’re dealing with … Read more

21 Best Self-Love Books and Workbooks: Learn How to Love Yourself More

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Congratulations on taking this step on your self-love journey, namely, seeking out books to help love yourself more deeply and more completely. Below you’ll find THE list of the best of the best books devoted to self-love Note: This site contains both affiliate and non-affiliate links (learn more).  Are you ready for a self-love journey that … Read more

How to Practice Self-Compassion: 11 Best Ways to Get Started Now

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  You’re compassionate with others, but why does it seem like such a struggle to be kind, loving, and compassionate with yourself? The simple truth is that many of us struggle with self-kindness and self-encouragement, and we live lives that are more stressful and less fulfilling because of this. That’s why learning how to practice … Read more

99 Life-Changing Self-Love & Self-Esteem Affirmations

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  Practicing self-love affirmations regularly is an ideal way to deepen your love for yourself.  Reciting self-esteem affirmations helps you tap into an infinite well of strength and confidence that’s already within you; you merely need to activate it.  Being overly self-critical never helped anyone improve their life. Self-love is the key to personal transformation.  … Read more

How to Set Healthy Boundaries: An Act of Self-Love

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Setting boundaries or personal limits is a true act of self-love and self-care. Establishing what you will and won’t accept from others is critical to forming and sustaining healthy relationships. Smart boundaries are also essential to your happiness and success. The question is not whether you should have boundaries; it’s how to set healthy boundaries, … Read more

How to Create a DIY Self-Love Jar

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One of the most critical steps in developing a self-level practice is regularly reminding yourself of the positive thoughts and beliefs you want to embrace. One technique I highly recommend is creating and maintaining a self-love jar.  A self-love jar provides a visual and tangible reminder of your positive qualities and accomplishments. You get an … Read more

50 Different Ways to Say I Love You

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How do you say “I love you” without actually uttering the words “I love you”? We asked the Believe and Create Community on Facebook to share some ways they express their love without using the phrase “I love you.”  Their answers were clever, sweet, and endearing—and some were flat-out hilarious. We took our favorite answers … Read more

Whenever You Feel Miserable, Do This

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I’ve found that whenever I’m feeling miserable, there’s one thing that always helps me:  I give myself more love.   Now, bear with me here because what I’m talking about isn’t probably what you expect. I give myself permission to take three steps back from whatever it is that seems to be making me so … Read more

What to Do When Worry Overwhelms You [+21 Worry Affirmations]

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  If you feel overwhelmed by worry, it’s time to take a deeper look behind the reasons you turn to worry so often. How you view the world will largely determine how you experience the world.    Einstein said, “The most important decision we make is whether we believe we live in a friendly or hostile … Read more