A while back a client approached me on the recommendation of her family physician. After a series of tests yielded no physical ailments, she declined medication, yet her persistent feelings of being overwhelmed, anxiety, and exhaustion remained. In our initial session, my client came to a profound realization: she had been running from her past, which she had managed to bury for most of her life. In the process, she had not only forgotten the hardships she endured but also the beautiful moments and memories she had created. Her traumatic childhood had shaped her into a survivor, a mode she had carried into her adult life, despite her significant achievements. However, she had been caught in a perpetual cycle of survival, never pausing to acknowledge the greatness within herself.

She confided in me that she seldom felt good about her accomplishments, except for her relationship with her daughter. Her heart swelled with love and gratitude for her child, even though her...

Self-love is an essential aspect of our well-being that is often overlooked. It is easy to get caught up in the hustle and bustle of daily life and forget to prioritize our own needs. However, leading with love and prioritizing self-love is crucial to living a fulfilling and joyful life.

In this post, we will break down the acronym LOVE to understand why self-love is so important.

L: Listen to your Heart: Tap into your Heart Center take a moment to pause and Self-Reflect on your authentic self. Listen and connect with what your Inner child needs for compassion and understanding. Listening to your heart means paying attention to your intuition and emotions. It is important to tap into your heart center and understand what you need to feel fulfilled and happy. Self-reflection helps you to identify your strengths and weaknesses and work on them. Connecting with your inner child is essential to healing emotional wounds and giving yourself the compassion and understanding you need to...