Self-love has been a huge part of my recovery. I am making this thread a place where I can post daily what I do for myself as well as something I like about myself. I had an online journal I recently did this in but when I did a factory reset, EVERYTHING was gone. So, I thought why not share it with others? I bet all of us can use some self love reminders, and I would love to hear what others do too!
Edit: I would also like to hear what you have done for someone else today too!
I love this saying, it’s so true. The more I’ve loved myself since becoming sober, the more I’m able to give back to my kids. It’s a win win all around.
I’m super glad you bring this up actually. Right before my nap (something I did for myself today was listen to my body like @anon37742172 did) I was thinking this was important and needed to be added to the list. So for me, my list today is this:
What I did for myself-I rested and listened to my body edit: I also did an epsom salt foot soak, bathed with the body wash I made yesterday and drank chamomile tea
Something I like about myself:I am mindful
What I did for someone else: I sent an hour of reiki to a friend for his birthday and I gave someone a ride that needed it
Love how many of you are participating! Dont forget to share what you like about yourself too!
Great thead! Since I got sober I developed an interest in looking after myself again too.
In the very beginning I read to “sleep when you are tired and eat when you are hungry” in some recovery material. Those simple tasks seemed impossible at first, but having a schedule really helps! I even went to the gym in the morning! Next step is eating healthier