Drop the Excuses and Nurture Yourself
The very first step on a self-development journey is dropping the story. It is always someone else’s fault that you don’t have time and everyone else’s priorities that get in the way of your dreams. Or is it? Perhaps it is easier to blame others than take responsibility for how you want to feel and who you want to be. There will always be laundry to be put away, dirty dishes, and something else to clean. These things get crossed off only to re-appear on your to-do list days later. Don’t worry they will always be there. Forget those recurrent tasks and prioritize yourself. Tell the people in your life you are taking time for you and then DO IT. Write 10 minutes in your journal, read that book you want to read, do yoga, learn to breathe to support your nervous system, take a walk and appreciate the time alone. The most important thing you can do in your life is to take time for yourself. You are worth it. Model to others that they are worth it too. Slow down, be intentional, care for yourself and take back your time. Design your day to nurture yourself first and only then will you be able to nurture others.