How to cultivate self-love?

How to cultivate self-love: Social media may be full of motivational quotes about loving yourself. However, rehearsing self-love is often easier said than done. Here in this article, we will share a few simple and practical ways to show yourself some love. 

How to cultivate self-love:

Get sound sleep

Good sleep is the basis of so much of our mental and physical health. Hence, practice healthy sleep habits. 

Exercise

Moving around more is a fantastic way to show yourself some love by looking after your physical and mental health. Exercise has many mental health benefits too. But start slowly.

Eat healthy

Healthy eating is an action of love. Almost all of us know what to eat and what to avoid. Reduce meat, sugar, caffeine, carbs, alcohol, and processed foods; eat more fresh vegetables and fruit, and drink more water. 

Set limitations

Many of us have trouble setting limitations. A lack of boundaries can wreak devastation on our mental well-being. Learning to say ‘No’ helps us preserve our energy and time for the things that matter most. Remember your time is precious so it is not selfish to prioritize yourself.

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Prioritize me time

Schedule a time that is just for you. Go on a date with yourself. You can go to yoga class, take a walk, watch a film or read your book. It is not selfish to give priority to yourself. Taking out a bit of me time will allow you to form healthier relationships with others.

Do what you love

Give yourself a treat by making time for an activity you love. You can also consider mastering a new skill. Mastery is when we achieve something that makes us feel good about ourselves. It makes us feel capable, confident, and in control. And it is fantastic for mental health. Choose something stretching but real and where you can witness your progress over time in small, achievable steps. 

Meditate

Setting aside a standard time every day for a short mindfulness meditation is great for promoting a sense of calm and groundedness. It helps you face the day alone and cuts out a bit of time in the day to focus on yourself.

Spend some time in nature

You are not supposed to be busy all the time. Simply staying calm and quiet among the trees, and observing nature around you while breathing deeply can help you de-stress and naturally boost your health and well-being.

Avoid comparing yourself to others

Comparing yourself to others is nothing but a way to put you at risk of an inferiority complex. Don’t feel you have to live the way others are living. Understand that everyone is living their life in their way, and no one knows what struggles other people have. Identify your values and goals and stay focused.

Following these tips and prioritizing yourself are great ways to improve your mental health and well-being. You may also need therapy, or take a self-improvement or self-love class. Whatever it may be, go ahead and live your life to the fullest.