Do you practice self care?
I sure do.
When it is time for Amy self care -
I read. or write. or take myself out to dinner. or watch a movie. or go for a latte and people watch. or create a necklace. or go for a walk downtown. or spend time in my garden.
or whatever makes me happy at that moment.
Self care is soooooo very important.
I feel it's the foundation of you.
Some people seem to get confused about self care.
They mistakenly call self care acts "selfish".
This fires me up!
There is a huge difference in practicing self care and
being selfish.
Self care is never ever selfish.
You have to take care of yourself first!
Taking care of yourself makes you a better you all around.
You'll be happier, healthier, and will be able to
take better care of others.
We must fill ourselves up first with self-love and respect.
When we are filled, then we have enough to give to others.
You cannot give from an empty well.
You have a right to say no to
people/situations without explanation.
You are in control of you and your life.
You decide how much you want to handle.
Remember making yourself a priority and loving yourself doesn't make you selfish.
It makes your soul shine!
25 Suggestions for Self Care
- take a bubble bath
- take a walk in the park
- induldge in a glass or two of your favorite wine
- read a good book
- journal
- take yourself out to dinner
- take yourself to the movies
- go on a hike in the woods
- walk barefoot in the grass feeling the grounding energy of the earth beneath your feet
- cook something up in the ktichen
- watch a movie or an inspiring documentary
- go for a swim
- meditate
- explore a nearby town
- go to a live concert
- practice yoga
- get a haircut
- treat yourself to a spa day
- set a new goal
- write poetry
- work with a life coach
- plant flowers in the garden
- play with art journaling
- hang out at the local coffee shop sipping your favorite latte
- turn off electronics for a day - no computer, no tv, no phone
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Peace, Inspiration, & Love,
~Amy
The Magick Muse
Amy Riddle, C.C., Holistic Alchemist and Manifestor of Dreams is a holistic life coach, tapping facilitator, reverend, creatress, teacher, writer, herbalist, and all out muse. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Alternative Medicine with an emphasis on herbs. She is a certified professional life coach with the Life Coach Institute of Orange County. Amy craves to inspire others to be healthy and whole in body, mind, and spirit. She has an affinity for striped socks, stinging nettle, and all things faery.
