Inspiration for your most important relationship.

love yourself gently

Be soft with yourself. Be your own safe space, your home wherever you go.

sounds like: “It’s ok to make mistakes.”

looks like: Crying when you need to.

feels like: Accepting all emotions and reactions, and affirming your worthiness.

love yourself actively

Take an active role in your own care. Put yourself to bed, make sure you eat lunch. Check in on yourself.

sounds like: “It’s time for bed.”

looks like: A full glass of water on your desk.

feels like: Parenting yourself.

love yourself joyously

Have fun with yourself! Enjoy your time alone. See all of your beauty and revel in it.

sounds like: “You’re amazing!”

looks like: Laughing at your own jokes. Dancing alone in your bedroom.

feels like: Lighting up your own life.

love yourself openly

Don’t hide your love. Stand up for yourself, assert yourself, let yourself shine.

sounds like: “I’m running this project.”

looks like: Taking credit for your accomplishments.

feels like: Holding your head high.

love yourself steadily

Wherever you go, as long as you live, you’ll be there. Be your own rock.

sounds like: “I can do this.”

looks like: Moving gracefully through change.

feels like: Trusting yourself.

love yourself exceptionally

Be your greatest cheerleader. Believe in your dreams and breathe life into them.

sounds like: “I can’t wait to see what I do next.”

looks like: Determination and self-belief.

feels like: An inner light guiding you and lifting you up.

love yourself unconditionally

Even when you fail to love yourself. Love yourself back anyway.

sounds like: “I forgive myself.”

looks like: Trying again.

feels like: Never giving up.

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