Wanderlvst

11/30/2024

04/30/2023

Someone once asked me: How do I love myself?

Recognize that you don’t need to be perfect, and that’s ok.

Think of yourself as a good friend that will always be with you, no matter what. What would you do for such a friend?

When you make a mistake, reflect on it. Say to yourself “its ok that I messed up. I will not do that anymore.” Think about the why, and what needs to change.

When you do something good, reflect on it. “It’s great that I did this.”

There are things that you’ll like about yourself. Enjoy them, no matter what others say. They’re good. And they’re yours.

There are things that you won’t like about yourself. If you can change them, go for it. If you can’t, that’s ok. Either you’ll find how later, or you can have the next best thing, and that’s ok too.

And if you ever hear a little voice saying that you’re not worthy of love, or that you don’t deserve to feel nice, in your minds eye, just look at that little voice and say, with full intent: “F**k you.” Then go about whatever makes you happy.

And if you need help with any of that, reach out. There’s no shame in needing help. It’s perfectly normal. Friends, family and professionals can change someone’s life.

03/01/2020

Spirit Trail Hike, Leap Day 2020