self love things
Today, I want to talk about three things that help me with my self-love, and keep me feeling happy about where I'm at and with what I'm doing.
Investing in myself
Time Management
Discipline
Self love for me has a lot do with growth and investing in myself, and that’s what I want to talk about first.
Investing in yourself is so important and extremely necessary because if you're not investing in yourself and evolving, what else are you doing? What else do you have to offer the world and other people, and I think that goes back to how can you love others if you don't love yourself therefore how are you supposed to be happy? I get that it's a constant rollercoaster but I am only interested in putting time and energy into things that are going to make me happy.
Time management, another thing that helps with my self love. I know it may not seem like it or people may find that a little weird but when I'm productive, I feel good about myself. It gives me a sense of validation. I'm really big on writing out to-do lists. I normally just write one for the week ahead, but I'm trying to get into the habit of writing one everyday because there is a lot that needs to get done. I understand that life gets hectic and some days are busier than others but, it's important to always prioritise my time so I can complete whatever I need to for that day or week.
If I’m being honest though, I am still trying to figure how to best manage my time. I think it’s about trying different things and seeing what works best for me because what might work for someone else might not work for me, and that’s the case with a lot of things in life, but know I will get there.
Last but not least, Discipline.
Self Discipline is defined as the ability to control one's feelings and overcome one's weaknesses; the ability to pursue what one thinks is right despite temptations to abandon it.
I think when most people think of discipline, they see it as getting done what needs to get done, even when it is hard. That is certainly what I thought, and still think it is.
Discipline is a very strong form of self-love. Having and maintaining discipline is loving yourself so much to the point where you are willing to give yourself everything you've ever wanted. Self love and discipline go together. I think discipline also allows you to see when you need to step up or when you need a break. When you discipline yourself, you are able to focus on and do the things that are good for you.
When you have dreams and goals, you tell yourself that you're going to go after them but sometimes they can seem a little far-fetched, and that's where for me I need to stay disciplined. I know I need to do the work, but I have to remember that every time I critique myself, to give myself love as well because I don't thrive off putting myself down. There is definitely a balance.
One thing my mum taught my sisters and I to do every morning is make our beds. That's what started my self discipline. It's making your bed every morning and getting out of bed when your alarm goes off. It's the little things. It's doing all of the little things that aren't exactly your favourite things to do, but are needed in order to create the future life you want.
Love, love love yourself, your life and the way you do things.