The Beginning of Love

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Ah love, does it get any better than having that someone to love and being loved in return?
To enjoy it though, you have to build on the right foundation. The foundation, the beginning of love, is to love yourself. This is vital.

You must realize your own self value and worth. For many, easier said than done.
We all have value, and we must claim that value. We must claim it ourselves, and not look to others to validate us. So often we overlook and neglect the importance of taking the time to show ourselves the self respect we are deserving of.

Some of us spend our time taking care of others, doing this and that and more and more and more, all the while neglecting ourselves. You go and go until your energy is zapped, and you realize you haven’t anything left. We only replenish and restore this lost energy by taking care of ourselves.

So take care of yourself, and restore the balance you need; here are some helpful tips.
Take responsibility for your life, stop blaming others.
Do things you like to do.
Participate in life at the highest level you can.
Be gentle and kind and patient with yourself.
Give yourself the simple pleasures….wear clothes you feel good in, etc.
Watch what you say…stop being critical of yourself and others.

Remember, it is who we are, not what we do, that is important.
Accept compliments from others without embarrassment.
And treat yourself as someone you really love.
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Hoping you find that true self appreciation…..Ric