I Love Myself Therefore I…

 I recently made a promise to myself that I would do one loving action every day.  That loving action is about me…  How can I welcome the support and love from others if I am unable to give myself the gift of a loving action. 

One can sometimes get so focused on taking care of the needs of others, that it is easy to forget how important loving the self truly is.  Without taking loving action for oneself on a daily basis, how does one find the energy to be of assistance and support to others.

I love myself therefore I have chosen to be kind and gentle with myself as I begin to learn new ways of taking loving action.

Loving action can be simply resting for a few moments….choosing to eat healthy food…listening with love to your body’s messages without judging what is happening…letting go of the current drama that may be unfolding in one’s life…allowing the space of non-action during a period of confusion…the willingness to release the past and be willing to forgive...

Most importantly, loving action is loving and accepting myself exactly as I am.

As you look at your day, what loving action are you willing to take in supporting yourself on your journey to love and acceptance?  Are you willing to give yourself the gift of your presence today?  I believe being fully present with our feelings and needs is a very important part of the journey to loving and accepting oneself.

Complete this statement for yourself.  I love myself therefore I __________________...

Fill in the blank with a specific action you can promise yourself in this moment for today, for tomorrow and for your well-being.  This affirmation supports so many levels of our lives.  Begin the journey and welcome self acceptance and love into your life.
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Today I…
Take time to nurture and support myself…..
Love and accept myself exactly as I am…..
Set realistic goals and actions…..
Accept patience and guidance…
And so it is…
 

Liz Robitaille is an internationally recognized Louise L. Hay teacher and founder of Wisdom is Within Coaching.  She can be reached at 877-986-5321 or liz@wisdomiswithin.com 

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