Do you ever feel overwhelmed by life’s demands and seek refuge in a moment of self-reflection? Journaling has long been a dependable tool for introspection, but incorporating self-care into this habit takes it to another level. With the rise of mental health awareness, more and more individuals recognize the importance of self-care, and some actively … Read more
For those unfamiliar with the term “bed rotting,” I am sure you are thinking what I was when I first heard it. You had a mental image of an ancient and worn-out mattress. A bed that is dingy and stained with body sweat, and the springs are worn and poke you in the side. You may have … Read more
“You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first.” ~ Norm Kelly You are the cup, and when you continue to put others first and take care of everyone but yourself, you’ll find yourself much like an empty cup with nothing more to give. There’s a reason why the airline hostess demonstrates … Read more
We aren’t always kind to ourselves. Sometimes, our needs are put aside for the sake of other people; other commitments. And, as a consequence, our well-being suffers. We may lose sight of our feelings, our values, and boundaries. And misplace our own worth and self-respect. From here, it can be hard to turn things around. … Read more
It’s the last straw. You’ve been hurt again by trying to help someone else. You can’t take it anymore and don’t know what to do. Things have turned toxic, and you need to break free. It’s okay. Relax. In this article, you will learn how to stop caring so much. Let’s get to it. Why … Read more
Do you feel alone, even when you are surrounded by people? You are not alone in feeling lonely. According to a study from the loneliness experts at the University of Chicago, over half of all Americans feel lonely. That is a lot of loneliness out there. Many people feel alone. So what causes those feelings … Read more
Are you looking for the perfect self-care checklist to add to your journal? Perhaps you want to start practicing self-care, but don’t know where to start? In this article, we share with you 21 beautiful self-care checklists you can use to take care of your daily needs. Some of them are printable, others are just … Read more
When was the last time you checked in on yourself? Self-love plays a significant role when it comes to health, happiness, and success. I know, for me, self-care isn’t always enough. I can get all the massages in the world, but unless I love myself, it doesn’t reduce my anxiety about my life or lessen my … Read more
Loneliness sucks! Being lonely means feeling isolated and apart from the people around you. Even those with many “friends” are subject to loneliness if they feel the value of those connections is superficial. Almost everybody will feel lonely from time to time. But we typically cycle in and out of the feeling as life throws … Read more
I think you’ll agree with me when I say, learning how to love yourself isn’t something that happens overnight. It took me many years to realize and feel the effects of not loving myself. The moment of realization was heartbreaking for me. I didn’t have a road map on how to mend my heart, but … Read more