It can be so hard for fibro warriors to be kind to themselves. We live with a tremendous amount of pain and discomfort all the time. We’re also tired a lot of the time. How can we be at our best?
It’s very difficult, if not impossible, to do so. It’s far easier for us to be hard on ourselves. But does this take us anywhere? Is this negative mindset in line with feeling better about ourselves?
Here are a few ways to be kind to yourself:
- Carve out me-time. Take time to un-plug from your computer and technology. This is a great way to recharge mind, body and spirit. Listen to calming music, write in your journal, or practice yoga. You can also meditate.
- Take care of yourself. Nourish yourself with good food, take care of your body, get enough sleep and take regular breaks.
- Acknowledge your feelings and emotions. Be kind to yourself and whatever you’re going through. Give yourself permission to experience your emotions.
- Complement yourself. Pat yourself on the back and say something inspiring, such as, I am doing so well. Great job, despite all your pain.
- Accept and appreciate yourself. Stop trying to change yourself or your reality. Instead, embrace who you are and where you are. Be open to discovering the real and beautiful person you are. We all have strengths and weaknesses. We all have silly mistakes. And we all fail every now and then. But we’re still a gift from God. Make room to become who you are.
By taking these steps, your quality fo life will improve and you’ll feel much better about yourself.
Try it!
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