When your last baby flies away, what’s next for you?
The years between the first time you see your precious little one after birth and the day they leave home are both endless and short. Before you know it, the tiny human you once held in your arms and stared at in awe is forging their own path under their own roof.
Married parents have the advantage of having each other when their children leave home. They have someone who understands their feelings and is right there in the middle of it with them. But what about us single parents?
We might think we’re prepared for the empty nest, especially…
Self-love might sound selfish but it improves your relationships with others too
If you are reading this, I have no doubts that you are a kind and compassionate person, but just as much as you are kind to others, you have to be kind to yourself as well.
Practicing kindness towards yourself gives you the power of self-acceptance, self-compassion, self-love, and general personal growth.
All of these are important throughout your life’s journey, so if you are interested in learning how to love yourself more, keep reading this article!
Why is Self-Love Important?
There are many reasons why self-love is important, all of which relate to your relationship with yourself, as well as others.
Here are…
You need more than time to have a truly solid relationship
Have you ever invested your time and emotions to build a relationship, only to see that relationship destroyed in a matter of minutes? When it was all over, and the dust settled, did you find yourself wondering, “What happened?”
Whether the relationship is in your business or personal life, strong relationships take time, attention, and energy to build, maintain, and nurture.
And I think most of us have had that moment where we wondered what happened. We thought we were doing enough, thought our partner was doing enough, only to realize that something was missing. Something wasn’t being done.
Relationships…
Have you created your bucket list yet? Maybe it’s time to start with these helpful tips!
Depending on how you feel about your eventual inevitable death, the idea of a bucket list may be a depressing and uncomfortable thing or it might be one that excites and inspires you. But many people create them and they can actually help you really squeeze every last drop of fun, excitement, joy, and love out of your life.
If you don’t have a bucket list, you’re shortchanging yourself. A bucket list will pinpoint those activities and achievements that mean the most to you. Life doesn’t last forever. If you don’t prioritize your time, you might miss out on something…
If you know they meddle, be proactive and make these requests before they start
Divorce is complicated enough. You and your soon-to-be ex are struggling with the end of what you hoped would be a lifelong love, trying to balance your own needs and wants with what’s best for your kids, and in some cases, unable to get along in even the simplest of ways.
Divorce is a difficult process for everyone who is involved, but meddling family members can make it more complicated. This type of interference can make the process even more stressful and difficult. Especially when those meddling family members have no legitimate reason to be involved.
If you’re dealing with…
A teen sees green flags where I see red ones — who’s out of touch?
Since my last relationship ended three years ago, I’ve been single by choice. I’ve enjoyed focusing my time, energy, and attention on myself, my kids, my work, and my loved ones. I’ve been dipping a toe back into the dating pool again recently — with some pretty high standards — and feeling a little… lackluster about the whole thing.
But I have had my share of relationships — some healthy, some definitely not healthy. So I feel like I’ve got a pretty good handle on what dating looks like.
And then there’s a teen I know. Eager about dating, crushing…
Divorce is a process and sometimes you might want to give up on it
When I got divorced, I got lucky. I was able to push it through in a little over two months. Most divorces take six months to a year at a minimum. Many take even longer. And it’s the length of time that often makes people agree to less than they want or deserve. They just want to get their divorce over with and be free.
But regardless of how long your divorce is taking, there are a few things you should keep in mind before you agree to a settlement that might not be in your best interests later. …
Those negative thoughts are hurting you more than you realize
There was a time when most of my self-talk was completely negative. It was a struggle for me to think of anything good about myself. And for many years, I thought that was how it should be. How it was for most people.
When I realized that wasn’t the case, and that I could change it, it changed my entire life. It allowed me to pursue goals and dreams I’d thought were out of my reach, made my relationships better and healthier, and made me a happier person in general.
Negative self-talk refers to any adverse and pessimistic inner dialogue…
Self-love helps you build a solid foundation for dealing with life
Self-love refers to the regard you have for your own well-being and happiness, and it is a very important part of improving your relationship with yourself. When you have a healthy sense of self-love it helps you to deal with adversity, develop positive mental and physical health, boost self-esteem, and develop an overall satisfaction with self and life.
For some, having a sense of self-love comes more easily than for others. Thankfully, there are measures that can be taken to help boost your sense of self-love. …
They’re simple but will do wonders for your self-love
What would your life be like if you treated yourself like a dear friend? After all, your attitude towards yourself shapes your daily reality.
When you’re kind to yourself, you have more strength and resilience to deal with difficult times. You may even find yourself attracting more affection from others when you love yourself wholeheartedly. Accepting yourself brings you closer to discovering your inner beauty and sharing it with the world.
Pursue your own passions instead of comparing yourself to others or blindly following external expectations. You’ll have a richer, fuller, happier life as a result.
Try these 14 ways…
