February is the month most synonymous with love and all things romantic but whether you're in a relationship or not I whole heartedly believe that we should start to view it more as the month of SELF love and a positive relationship with ourselves!
So to get you in the mood for loving up on yourself — in the most tasteful way! - I've put together 5 things you can try out this month to boost your self worth and create your own self love success story!
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Gift yourself something meaningful — don't wait for somebody else to make you feel special or spoilt, take responsibility for those feeling yourself and treat yourself to a present! I recommend not being too flashy or frivolous about it though, take some time to reflect on what would really bring you some joy — a much sought after book or a necklace with your birth stone? Maybe gift yourself classes to learn something new or go for something like a hair make over at your favourite salon. The point behind this gesture is to feel really uplifted and cared for by yourself.
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Write yourself a love letter — pouring your heart out on paper about the positive feelings you have for yourself can leave you feeling all kinds of loved up with yourself! Now this may seem like a tricky or uncomfortable one to start with but it can be so cathartic if you push yourself to do it. Start by choosing out some gorgeous writing paper that you feel attracted to, I would even indulge in a fancy looking pen too! Next try to imagine yourself as a friend or a sister rather than yourself, step out of your negative view or the stories you tell yourself and focus in on the bits that are positive, special, unique and fun. You may find it easier to write them as a list too. Putting into words the things you love about you can be hard but just try writing out one thing and see if you're inspired to write more!
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Try out a new self care activity — you can really have fun with this one and let it last the whole month through! So as not to get bored and really explore some new ideas I recommend picking out 4 different self care practices you haven't tried before and spend each week this month trying them out! For example: morning meditations, crystal baths, bedtime yoga, sugar free snacks, new self love book, essential oils massage, staying in with your favourite movie (if you tend to go out all the time), drinking an extra pint of water, hypnotherapy, weekly gym pass, phone a different friend each day. The list is endless so brainstorm some ideas — maybe there's something you've been wanting to try out for a while so here's your opportunity!
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Date yourself - February is the perfect month to spend dating yourself, this means taking your self off on to places you always wanted to go or visiting old favourites, alternatively it can also be book marking time at home for just you to do the things you enjoy and lift you up. Getting out of the mindset of needing to be with someone else to be social is positive because being comfortable with your own company is paramount to your self worth, esteem and confidence. So where could you go and what could you do? Cinema, coffee shop, art gallery, country walk — again there are many things you can brainstorm here. You could even take it to the next level and book a holiday or weekend away just for yourself!
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Gratitude ceremony — this is a great idea that you can do yourself or maybe gather up your friends for too! February's full moon falls on the 19th and it's the perfect time to give thanks for everything in life that is going well or giving you a positive vibe, because gratitude attracts abundance and helps us to see that we have everything we need already — anything extra is just a bonus! Gather up any crystals, candles or meaningful objects that you feel drawn towards or help you to feel good. Set aside a time when you can focus and not be distracted. Light your candles, put on some music that soothes you, set out your crystals if you have them and you can even pour yourself something to drink that feels good too, and then start to write out the things that you feel grateful for, don't forget to thank them as you move on to the next. If you're with friends share them with each other and then finish of with a meditation or some silent time to reflect on what your wrote down. Remember you can make this ceremony whatever you want to be, adapt the ideas here or keep it simple.
So there you have it, 5 self love things to try out this month! Remember this doesn't hinge on whether you are in a relationship or not, this is about focusing in on the love you have for yourself and validating it rather than seeking this from another person.
I would love to know which ones you try out so don't forget to share with me on Instagram or Facebook or send me an email telling me your favourite at 365pearlsofwisdom@gmail.com
Lastly, do you know a someone who could do with a bit more self love in their life? Then send this blog post their way!
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