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7 Tips for Self-Love

Loving yourself is important.

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7 Tips for Self-Love

Loving yourself is the most important thing you can do. When you take care of yourself, it makes everything else that you do so much easier. Having the energy to get out of bed and take on the day is incredibly motivating. The best part about loving yourself and taking care of yourself is that it is something that is completely within your control. Here are some tips for easy ways to love yourself. I hope they make you feel healthier and happier!

1. Drink some water.

I always underestimated the power of drinking water. The more hydrated I am, the better I feel physically and mentally.

2. Take deep breaths

Breathing has the power to help you focus in just a moment. When your mind feels chaotic and you have too much going on inside of your head to function, take a few deep breaths. It will help you focus. In addition, it will begin to retrain your brain to breath when you are feeling stressed. Ever since I started to practice this, breathing became an automatic reaction for me when I felt overwhelmed.

3. Go outside.

Sunshine and fresh air can change you. When your soul needs a little kick in the butt, go walk around outside and let yourself experience nature.

4. Read/watch something funny.

Laughter can do wonders for happiness. I always turn to The Office or Parks and Rec when I need a good laugh.

5. Eat something green.


I am not a scientist, but I'm pretty sure green foods have magical super powers that make your insides turn to gold and make you feel like you can conquer the world. I promise you, kale will make you feel way better than mac and cheese (and it will do great things for your skin and body!!)

6. Stretch your muscles.

It's amazing to know that you have the power to relieve tension in your body just by stretching! Even taking 10 minutes out of your day to stretch your arms and legs can make you feel more open and relaxed.

7. Be grateful.

If you show the world love, it will show you love in return.

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