A recent conversation with a dear friend reminded me that - as those lovely flight attendants tell us during the safety briefing at the beginning of every flight - we cannot take care of others if we do not take care of ourselves first. And beyond that, if we are doing for others all the time, we could become depressed and resentful because our needs are not being fulfilled and our emotional bank accounts are being drained rather than replenished and balanced.
So, are you doing enough for yourself? Do you practice extreme self-care? Or are you always giving to others, perhaps even to others who do not give back in return?
You are the only person you can control, therefore you are the only person you can change. If you need to change gears and take more care of yourself, do it!
Those who truly care for you will adapt, support, and understand. Those who don't - well, you'll find out who really cares for you and wants what's best for you when you start doing what is best for yourself.
You are worth it!
Namaste!
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