Self Love and Worth
“Your value doesn’t decrease based on someone’s inability to see your worth.”
Hello,
I hope everyone’s week is off to a great start and that last week’s tips helped you gain some balance in your life. Striving for balance in life is reinforced by the self-love and worth we show ourselves, which is the topic I will be discussing this week. Showing appreciation and compassion for ourselves allows us to create the balance needed within our lives. At times we look for appreciation from others or even show appreciation to others; in doing this, we miss appreciating ourselves. Acknowledging ourselves gives us a chance to take time out to examine our achievements and create awareness of our goals. To embrace our self-love and worth, have an idea of standards for living, a sense of value, and confidence in abilities.
Below are a few tips that you can start doing today to help enhance your self-love and worth.
Tip # 1: View self love as personal responsibility
Self-love is a powerful and uplifting responsibility—after all, it's called self-love for a reason. Only we can truly give ourselves the love and compassion we need and deserve. Taking responsibility for our feelings, thoughts, and behaviors empowers us to treat ourselves with kindness and respect. When we nurture our own emotional and mental well-being, we build a strong foundation that doesn't depend on others for validation or fulfillment. Each day, we have the opportunity to choose self-love by setting healthy boundaries, practicing self-discipline, and prioritizing self-care. Embracing this responsibility means taking control over our actions and feelings, rather than letting outside approval or societal pressures dictate our worth. By practicing self-love, we reclaim control over our emotional world and make a conscious choice to care for ourselves, regardless of what is happening around us. Remember, every effort to love yourself is a step toward greater assurance, resilience, and joy. Self love is a conscious choice we make everyday.
Tip #2: Meet your needs:
Self-love is about meeting our own needs in a balanced way, understanding that all behavior is aimed at fulfilling these needs. When we lack self-love, we may depend on others to provide us with love, worth, and belonging, which can lead to dependency, unrealistic expectations, or unhealthy relationship patterns. Recognizing that a need is something essential or significant for our well-being helps us focus on our own satisfaction and fulfillment. Our needs act as guides, and by turning our attention inward, we can identify what will strengthen our sense of love and worth. For example, choosing to go to bed early to prepare for the next day is a simple way to meet the need for rest, resulting in greater happiness and energy. Practicing self-love means realizing that many of our needs—such as a sense of belonging, worth, and personal power—can be nurtured from within through self-acceptance and self-empowerment. When we take responsibility for our own needs, we encourage personal growth and create healthier, more fulfilling relationships with those around us.
Tip#3: Choosing Self-Respect
Self-respect is a vital part of self-love. When we honor and value ourselves, we naturally make choices that reflect our deepest values, beliefs, and needs. For instance, surrounding ourselves with people who encourage and support us, instead of those who diminish our spirit, is a meaningful act of self-love. Every time we choose what uplifts us, we reinforce our own worth and show ourselves the respect we deserve. Embracing self-love means recognizing that we are worthy of the best—not out of selfishness, but because nurturing our growth, well-being, and happiness helps us become our fullest, most authentic selves.
Tip #4: Be Mindful
Being mindful is to be aware or conscious of yourself, others, or something. Now that you have made yourself aware of your needs and are practicing forgiveness within yourself, it is time to stay mindful of these areas. Acting on the knowledge of yourself helps your ability to make decisions that support your intentions and goals that lead you to fulfillment and happiness.
Remember to take the time to show compassion and appreciation to yourself. Do this by being mindful of your standards of living, sense of value, and confidence in your abilities and worth. Please forgive yourself when you fall short by moving onward and progressing with knowledge and purpose.
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Stay tuned for next week’s blog! I will be posting about the importance of self-control and tips to help you gain the ability to control your emotions and desires.
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Many blessings, and remember, you are a miracle!