Nobody can love you as much as you love yourself, and you can learn to love yourself at any age. When you make the decision to love and accept yourself, you will feel compelled to take small efforts toward mastering self-love. Surprisingly, you don't need to spend a fortune to have a good time with your friends. You can begin by doing simple things like making your favorite meal, going for a solo walk in the park, and doing yoga. Simply make sure that whatever you do shows your love for yourself and brings you true happiness and fulfillment. When was the last time you put yourself first? This isn't about being self-centered. You must develop the habit of always putting yourself first. It's time to start asking yourself questions like "what about me" if you're in the habit of catering to everyone else, especially once you get your pay. "NO" is not a negative word; in fact, expressing "NO" can save you from some of life's most painful situations." We're sometimes afraid to say no because we want to keep our friends and loved ones happy, and we don't want to hurt their feelings. If you find yourself saying YES to every request, your energy will soon be depleted, and you will still be unable to satisfy everyone. It's not in your place to please everyone in your sphere of influence, and you'll need to break that habit as soon as possible before it takes over your life. Furthermore, you CANNOT please everyone, so give up! "You can only focus on the things that are truly important if you say NO to everything else." Practice saying no to any demands that make you uncomfortable, and people will quickly learn your ground rules. Self-love isn't something you can do in a single day. You don't begin now and stop next month/whenever you like. You must get in the habit of prioritizing yourself above all else. If you stick with it long enough, it will become a habit. Look for ways to spoil yourself without feeling guilty, such as new gifts, outings, positive affirmations, and so on.
Don't wait for someone else to adore you; select yourself, embrace your individuality, and always put yourself first.
I used to deny myself of a lot of fun and activities to help me improve. But I realized that I need me every day and every time to live for once. God bless you! ❤️