It’s February which means it’s almost St. Valentine’s Day! This month in particular, we’re bombarded with the joy of romantic love: sweetness and candles, chocolate and wine… If you’re single, it’s easy to drift into the illusion that all loneliness and frustration would be resolved by a relationship. If you’re coupled up, it’s easy to imagine you should be with someone else who’s better at _______; or more ________; or less _______…. The possibilities to fill in the blanks are endless! But instead of driving yourself crazy with your thoughts, why not take this month to get serious about your relationship with yourself?  After all, YOU are the only person you spend every moment with! With that in mind, how are you nurturing your relationship with yourself? Is your love account full before you start giving to others? Because the truth is, you can’t give what you don’t have.  So fill up your love account with the self-care tips below and spread love like a millionaire!

  • Pamper Yourself

    • Taking care of the outside helps you heal on the inside, so how about you fill up that bubble bath, pour yourself a glass of wine, or simply treat yourself to a mani pedi, facial or a massage? It will make you feel relaxed and happy.

  • Take A Night Off

    • Think about it- when was the last time you really took a night off to kick back and read a book, or simply enjoy a meal with yourself or friends? For most of us, it’s probably been a while. So give yourself a break to connect to your heart.

  • Go To Bed Early

    • It’s amazing what a good night of sleep can do in terms of resetting our bodies and minds. If you have trouble falling asleep, try starting a bedtime ritual that you find relaxing. Whether that means sipping on some tea and reading a book, or rubbing lavender oil on your temples, find some time to relax and give yourself the rest you deserve.

  • Take a Mental Picture of Your Favorite Things About Yourself

    • It’s so easy to compliment others on their attributes, but when was the last time you compliment yourself? Showing yourself some self love can be as simple as spending a few minutes in silence focusing on the positive attributes you have. Once you start counting them, you may even be surprised with how many you find! Keep a mental picture of your favorite attributes, and next time you feel down, pull them out of your memories and give yourself the love you deserve.

  • Engage in a Hobby that Makes Your Happy

    • We all have hobbies that makes us happy. Whether that’s mountain climbing, painting, dancing, or simply reading a book, have you been slacking on spending time on the little things that make you happy? Sometimes you just need a reminder to actively pursue an activity you know makes you feel great. So go on, let yourself be fully engaged in whatever hobby lights up your life.

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