Your problem is you’re too busy holding onto your unworthiness.
-Ram Dass
Benefits of yoga
Did you know that yoga not only has benefits for your body, but it does for your mind as well??
Yoga can help you manage your weight, increase your core strength, improve your posture, increase you flexibility and even improve your digestion. Obviously, there are many more benefits, but those were just a few!
When it comes to your mind it can improve your concentration, improves your memory, improves your confidence and can even allow you to be aware of your mental state.
There are so many benefits from doing yoga and you don’t even have to be a pro at it. You can take 20 minutes out of your day just to practice some. There are so many apps and posts on Pinterest that can help you.
Allow yourself to relax and feel the energy flow through your body while you’re practicing. It’s a magical feeling!
It’s not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself and to make your happiness a priority. It’s necessary.
-Mandy Hale
Why is meditation good for you?
I never believed in meditation until I sat down and actually tried it. I was feeling down and stressed out and was willing to try anything to calm me.
Not only did I feel calm, but I loved it. Taking that time to focus on your breathing and body is wonderful. It’s so peaceful and I recommend everyone try it.
- It can improve depression
- Reduces anxiety
- Increases your focus
- Reduces stress
- Increases your memory
- Can get rid of headaches
There are many more benefits to meditation. Those were just a few, but those few speak a million words. As someone who suffers from anxiety, it has helped me truly take a second to just breathe. When you’re dealing with anxiety, that’s something that you know is difficult to do. It can feel like you’ve been hit by a truck full of emotions and you don’t know why. When I’m really feeling overwhelmed, I will sit down in a quiet area and just meditate.
Not everyone knows how to meditate and I know I am one of those people. That’s why I listen to podcasts or videos, where people talk you through it. My favorite app so far has been Headspace. They have free videos that you can listen to, but you can also pay to have the premium version.
If you haven’t tried meditating yet, try it! It is one of the best ways to show yourself some love!
Be careful how you are talking to yourself because you are listening.
-Lisa Hayes
When we look good, we feel good!
One thing we all know is that when we look good we feel good. One basic thing that we can do for ourselves is take care of our skin. Good skin is the best foundation for our makeup as well.
My dermatologist recommended the Mederma AG Facial Cleanser. It has been a complete game changer in my skin care routine!
I highly recommend this if you’re suffering from acne!! I have suffered since I was in middle school and this added to my skin care routine has significantly helped!
Having clear skin is such a confidence booster!
Love yourself first and everything else falls in line.
– Lucille Ball
Here’s a challenge for you
When you wake up in the morning I want you to look at yourself in the mirror and repeat these words:
I am wonderful.
I am loved.
I am here for a reason.
Repeating these words to yourself can make you feel so much better. Remind yourself how great you truly are. Try this every morning and see how it makes you feel!
You’ve been criticizing yourself for years and it hasn’t worked. Try approving of yourself and see what happens.
– Louise Hay
5 ways to take time for yourself
We all get stressed and that’s when we need to set time aside for ourselves. We need time to just reset our minds and take a breath.
Here are 5 ways to take a step back:
1) Have a spa night
Set aside time before bed to take a relaxing bath. Add some bath bombs, light some candles and grab a glass of your favorite wine. Grab your favorite face mask and put that bad boy on. Take the time to do the extra things like exfoliate. Just make the night for you.
2) Plan for a girls/guys night
Call up your gal or guy friends and plan a movie or a dinner night. Catch up with them about what’s going on in their life. Enjoy the time spent with them.
3) Take a day off
Sleep in late or sleep all day if you really want to. You can lay in bed and catch up on Netflix. Make yourself breakfast in bed and watch a movie. There is nothing better than throwing your hair up in a bun and relaxing in your sweats.
4) Exercise
No, you don’t even have to go to a gym for this! You can exercise at home easily. Not only is it healthy, it can make you feel good and energized. Having a healthy body is just one way to start feeling good.
5) Meditate
There are so many apps and podcasts out there that you can listen to. They can talk you through the meditation. Find a comfy and quiet place to sit and focus on your mind.
Remember the importance of taking time for yourself. Know that it’s ok for you to only worry about you!
My Lovely Me 