Being Kind To Yourself Is Good!
Life is busy, whether it's work, school, taking care of family or spending time with friends, there is always a endless amount of things to do. The effort put into your duties is always intentional and requires you to invest your time and skills. Why not be intentional by being good to yourself?
Being Kind To Yourself Is Simple!
You cannot pour from an empty cup. It is very hard to invest in others if you do not have the energy to do so. It is alright to take care of yourself, you can do selfless acts of kindness for others without neglecting yourself. Your health and wellness matters, you are planted in the earth to be healthy, happy and successful. Take time for yourself to regain strength and nourishment in your mind, body and spirit. The more energy and resources you give out, is the more you need to be replenished. They are so many people who are good givers, but are not good receivers. Balance is a necessary tool for life.
A Personal Note:
I can identify with being a good giver but not a good receiver. I love to help others, whether it's in my community or my household. I get carried away at times, to the point of over working myself. There are a few times where someone offered to carry the bags that I was carrying. I would decline their help, even though I really wanted help. Why did I refuse help even when I really need it? As simple as this sound, I realized that I don't need to put on this strong facade all the time. Yes, I have people that look up to me and depend on me, but I have to make sure that I am taking time to accept and receive the help that I need. I have to be a good giver and a good receiver at the same time. I am learning to speak up more in my household when I need help with chores.
Today, while I was at the hospital to get a lab test done, the receptionist offered to give me free parking. This was out of the ordinary, but I accepted her kindness and thanked her. When I was done with my exam, a kind stranger helped me to back out a tight parking space. I decided to get a breakfast beverage at a local shop, my car somehow got stuck on the island. The friendly manager came out of the shop to help me get my car out. What is my point of telling this story? My point is that everyone needs help. No matter how capable and strong you think you are, we are all in need of help sometimes. Be sure to take care of yourself and be in tuned to your needs. Today, I am thankful for the kindness of strangers that helped me to start my day. Also, be sure to pray for or check on the people who you may think do not need help. Sometimes, the people who may appear to be the strongest are the ones that may need help the most. May you be planted in the earth with strength, good health and happiness. Wishing you good health and happiness always!
Cassie
