Being kind to yourself may seem harder than it really is. If you are anything like me, you are hard on yourself and you can sometimes be a little too rough with you. I am going to tell you how to be kind to yourself because you deserve it.
Show Self Love
Self-love is so important and self-love is not selfish.
Yes, you should definitely be loving yourself. I’m not encouraging you to think more of yourself than is necessary.
But think enough of yourself not to settle for less than you deserve. And enough to be kind to yourself.
I know from experience that we can be our own biggest critic.
This was true of me and it could possibly be true of you.
Show yourself some love by doing things that you love.
Whether this be dressing up and dancing to your favorite songs or spending time with your family.
Be Understanding of Your Mistakes
Mistakes. We all make them. So don’t be too hard on yourself when you make mistakes.
It is okay to hold yourself accountable for your actions. By all means this is what you should do.
But don’t hold onto the fact that you made a mistake and constantly beat yourself up over it.
Understand that we are all imperfect and from time to time we’re going to screw up severely. But every. single. day we make mistakes, even if they are “small”.
Give Yourself Time
As young women, we are always growing into ourselves. Give yourself time to grow.
I am a young woman and I find myself constantly maturing to another level. Growing into myself as a mature woman has been rocky.
This is usually how it is for most women. We go through things but we don’t give up. Which brings me to my next point.
Don’t Give Up On You
Part of being kind to yourself is that you never give up on yourself.
You love yourself with everything in you.
And you keep going in spite of everything that you’ve been through.
Even when you are at your lowest, don’t give up.
Keep your head up and know that you can get through anything.
You are not a failure and you only fail when you stop trying.
Remember that.
Every time I feel like giving up on myself, I have to remind myself who I am.
Remind yourself that you’re that girl who doesn’t give up or give in.
Keep your head up and keep fighting hard.
Recognize Your Strengths
Not everything about you is a weakness or bad.
There are wonderful things about you.
Acknowledge those things.
You are amazing. Own it.
Everyday you should be thinking about what you are good at.
This will keep you positive.
Instead of always thinking that you are a failure, think of how wonderful you are.
Maybe you are a person who is always going out of their way for others.
Or maybe you have some pretty cool talents or hobbies.
It could be that you have an amazing personality. Or an outstanding sense of humor. A kind heart.
Whatever it is about you that makes you who you are, it is a strength. And it is worth mentioning, at least to yourself if not anyone else, that you have all these good things about you.
If you don’t give yourself recognition, how can you expect anyone else to?
Forgive Yourself
You must forgive yourself for any pain or hurt you may have caused others.
Like I mentioned earlier, we are all imperfect and make mistakes every single day.
Sometimes we do and say things we don’t mean.
Or maybe you meant it but either way, it is time to forgive yourself.
If you have offended someone go make it right. Once you’ve done what you need to do let go.
Forgive yourself for it all, not just a little bit.
A lot of times we hold onto too much.
At this point in time, you shouldn’t be doing nothing but letting go and forgiving yourself.
Stop beating yourself down over mistakes that have already been forgiven.
Respect Yourself
You have to respect yourself or no one else will.
Know what you stand for and stick to that.
Respect is a huge thing with me.
I think women are often disrespected. And when others do it, it’s a big deal.
But when does it become a big deal when we disrespect ourselves?
What I want you to understand is that you are enough and you are more than worth it.
Don’t ever let anyone tell you different.
You are special in every way.
The world needs more people like you and me.
So don’t ever feel like you deserve to be disrespected.
This couldn’t be further from the truth.
Treat yourself like you are deserving of respect.
Demand respect from anyone who comes into your life and think they can sidestep with you.
Learn to Let Go
Be prepared to let go of whatever is hurting you.
This is more than just forgiving yourself.
You actually let it go and stop thinking about it.
To truly let go is to be free from anything remotely related to whatever it is that you’re letting go of.
Move on with your life.
Don’t worry about anything that does not better you or help you to grow in one way or another.
Let go of any pain and hurt that you are holding onto.
It will only hinder you and your future progress.
Holding on to things can do more harm than good.
You get no benefits from holding onto stuff.
You just don’t.
Whatever happened in the past, leave it there.
I promise you, it’s not doing you any good.
Final Takeaway
You have to be kind to yourself.
Love yourself and take care of yourself.
Don’t be so hard on you.
You are imperfect yes, but I know you are an amazing person.
Don’t let anyone ever tell you different.
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