Why Self-care? Becoming Who You Are Part I

If you are female. This weekend is self-care weekend. I give you permission. Kathleen xo

Lately I have heard a lot of discussion around self-care.

What is it?

Some say manis and pedis.

Others say, “No” to the self indulgences but “Yes” to goals and aspirations.

You know what I say?

The term is self-care for a reason. And each “self” must determine in that moment, what it looks like for her (or him).

I think the WHY behind self-care is worth a look at.

Sometimes it can be as literal as: I am hungry. I need a haircut. I need to schedule an appointment to have that mole checked out.

Other times it may look like…I have been feeling _______ a lot lately. Maybe I should figure that out.

There are so many different directions that we can look when it comes to self-care.

I would like to suggest self-reflection as an importation addition to your self-care.

I honestly believe that each of us has been given a gift. Think of it as a special package with a collection of wonderful traits. The package was given to us to help us navigate our own lives, and ultimately help others.

I believe that the discovery of our gift can offer us a connection to Divinity for I believe that is where we obtained our collection of traits.

Some gifts are easily discovered because they are more traditionally displayed; the gift of musical talent or athletic ability.

Have you ever gone to an amazing performance where someone is sharing or displaying her/his gift? You feel it in your soul. I believe this occurs as the Divinity within us (call it spirit or soul) connects with the other person; gifts exchanged or appreciated.

Next time you have the opportunity to plan some self-care consider self-discovery as an expression of self-care.

Look for Part II of this post to follow tomorrow.

Happy MOTHER’S DAY weekend, my friends.

Kathleen xo