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Embrace Self-Love This February

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February often revolves around love and connection with others, but what about love for yourself? Practicing self-love isn’t selfish—it’s essential. When we take time to care for ourselves, we can better show up for others and face life’s challenges with confidence and resilience.

Here are a few ways to cultivate self-love this month:


1.      Practice Daily Gratitude: Start each day by writing down three things you’re grateful for. This simple habit shifts your focus to the positive and helps you appreciate life’s blessings.

o    Resource: Explore One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp, a Christian perspective on cultivating gratitude through faith. This simple habit shifts your focus to the positive and helps you appreciate life’s blessings.

o    Resource: Check out the book The Gratitude Diaries by Janice Kaplan for inspiration on how gratitude can transform your life. This simple habit shifts your focus to the positive and helps you appreciate life’s blessings.


2.      Set Boundaries: Learn to say no to activities or commitments that drain your energy. Prioritizing your well-being means respecting your limits.

o    Resource: Read Boundaries: When to Say Yes, How to Say No to Take Control of Your Life by Dr. Henry Cloud and Dr. John Townsend, a faith-based guide to healthy boundaries. Prioritizing your well-being means respecting your limits.

o    Resource: Listen to the podcast The Boundary Boss Podcast by Terri Cole for practical tips on setting and maintaining healthy boundaries. Prioritizing your well-being means respecting your limits.


3.      Engage in Positive Self-Talk: Replace negative thoughts with affirmations. Remind yourself of your strengths and achievements.

o    Resource: Listen to Abide Christian Meditation, a YouTube channel offering scripture-based meditations and affirmations. Remind yourself of your strengths and achievements.


4.      Nourish Your Body and Mind: Eat balanced meals, exercise regularly, and get enough sleep. Your physical health greatly impacts your mental well-being.

o    Resource: Discover Made to Crave by Lysa TerKeurst, which connects physical health and spiritual growth. Your physical health greatly impacts your mental well-being.

o    Resource: Read Atomic Habits by James Clear to learn how to build healthy habits that stick. Your physical health greatly impacts your mental well-being.


5.      Invest in Self-Care: Take time for activities that bring you joy and relaxation—a warm bath, a good book, or simply a walk in nature.

o    Resource: Read Sacred Rest by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, a Christian book exploring the seven types of rest we all need.


Your Endurance Team is wishing you a month full of love, care and growth. Reach out to us if you would like to discuss your mental health and wellbeing.





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