February is here, and you know what that means, an avalanche of heart-shaped chocolates, mushy greeting cards, and rom-com reruns reminding us all that love is in the air. But hold up!
Before you dive headfirst into someone else’s box of assorted truffles, let’s talk about the one person who deserves your undivided love and attention: YOU.
Yes, you.
The magnificent, slightly sleep-deprived, sometimes overwhelmed, trying your best everyday version of you.
Let’s face it, if you don’t show yourself some love, who will?
So, this February, while everyone else is busy googling “perfect Valentine’s Day date ideas,” we’re focusing on SELF-LOVE.
Self-love isn’t about booking an expensive spa day or spending hours staring in the mirror reciting affirmations (though, hey, if that works for you, go for it).
It’s about treating yourself with kindness, setting boundaries that protect your peace, and knowing when to say no to things that drain you faster than your phone battery at 5%.
5 Ways to Show Yourself Some Love This Month:
- Date Yourself That’s right. Take yourself out. Whether it’s a solo coffee run, a long walk,
or binge-watching your favorite show without guilt, give yourself the gift of time. - Set Loving Boundaries Boundaries aren’t walls; they’re fences with gates. You decide
who comes in and out. Saying “no” doesn’t make you mean, it makes you wise. - Speak Kindly to Yourself If you wouldn’t say it to a friend, don’t say it to yourself. Your
inner critic needs a timeout. Practice being your own cheerleader. - Move in a Way You Love Exercise doesn’t have to feel like a punishment. Dance in
your living room, stretch in the morning, or walk your dogs (Hamilton and Eliza, looking
at you!). - Rest Without Guilt We live in a hustle culture, but here’s a hot take: You don’t have to
earn rest. You’re human. Rest is your right, not a reward.
A Little Science-y Wisdom
Did you know that practicing self-compassion has been shown to lower cortisol (the stress hormone) and increase oxytocin (the love hormone)?
Translation: loving yourself literally makes you feel better.
And bonus: it helps you show up as the best version of yourself in your
relationships, work, and life.
This February, I challenge you to do one thing each day that makes YOU feel good. Big or small, it doesn’t matter.
Keep a journal or note it on your phone. By the end of the month, you’ll have a whole list of things that remind you just how awesome you are.
Final Thought (and a laugh, because why not?)
Remember, folks, loving yourself isn’t selfish; it’s survival. You can’t pour from an empty cup.
And speaking of cups, go ahead and refill that coffee. You deserve it.
Here’s to a February filled with love; the self-kind, boundary-setting, guilt-free-resting kind.
Now go be your fabulous, loveable self.
Remember, I’m here to support you on this journey. If you’re facing a challenge and feel stuck, let’s work together to find the tools you need to move forward.
