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Remember To Give Yourself A Valentine

What is the most important relationship to have?

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Remember To Give Yourself A Valentine
Erin Blackburn

No, I am not another one of those people complaining that it's valentines day and that I am lonely. I am happy being single and I am also very happy for those who are in a relationship. I just have another Idea for what Valentine's day could be celebrated for. Whether you are in a relationship or not, the most important relationship you should have should be with yourself. We all love the idea of falling in love with someone, but have you fallen in love with yourself?

The relationship you have with yourself can be very important to what type of life you plan to live. How can you be happy with the things you are bringing into your life when you are not even happy with who you are? How can you properly give love to others, or even receive the love that is given to you when you don't love yourself enough? It's time to give yourself the credit that is due.

In today’s world it can seem very hard to love yourself. You are constantly being told how to act, look, what to like, and who to like. It can be hard to figure out who you are as a person when you are getting constantly told what is right and wrong. You are constantly comparing yourself to other people, and not appreciating your own special qualities.

Our days are filled with school, work, and socializing so it can become hard to find time for yourself. The most important thing you can ever do for yourself is to give yourself time. Learn about yourself and what you want in life. Find out what makes you happy. Learn your worth and surround yourself with people who love you for who you are. Once you start depending on yourself for happiness your whole opinion of yourself as a person will change.

Eventually it becomes easier to love yourself as time passes. The more you work on it the more you can see your inner beauty shining through. So start doing things to make yourself happy. Find time to make for yourself. Do not compare yourself to other people. You are not them, and you will never be them. The only person you can be is yourself, and I promise you that is enough. You are a beautiful human being who deserves all the love in the world, and it's time to build a relationship with yourself.

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