#559: Curating and Nurturing Self-Love

Podcast #559   CURATING AND NURTURING SELF-LOVE Self-love is the ability to have unconditional positive regard towards oneself, and no matter your personal background or current level of self-esteem, everyone can strengthen their foundation of self-love. A solid concept of self-love creates the base of confidence, self-trust and the ability to achieve anything you set your mind to.  In this episode of The Confidence Podcast, we're coaching on: * What is keeping you back from self-love * What self-love is and what self-love isn't * New power phrases to practice to increase your internal dialogue of self-love and to rewire the core base of your self-perception  REVIEW OF THE WEEK WHAT INHIBITS SELF-LOVE Self-criticismBelief that you aren't deserving of love unless you reach….Misunderstanding self-loveNegative Self TalkFeelings that you shouldn't focus on self Chronic Stress and Burnout: Constantly pushing oneself to the point of exhaustion or neglecting self-care can hinder self-love as it undermines physical and emotional well-being. Comparisons: Constantly comparing oneself to others can lead to feelings of inadequacy and unworthiness. This habit of measuring self-worth based on external achievements or appearances can hinder self-love. Negative Self-Talk: When individuals constantly criticize themselves, focus on their flaws, or engage in self-deprecating thoughts, it erodes their self-esteem and makes it difficult to cultivate self-love. 3 QUOTES ON SELF-LOVE "Love yourself first and everything else falls into line. You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world." - Lucille Ball The more you love yourself, the less nonsense you'll tolerate." - Unknown "Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we'll ever do." - Brené Brown WHAT SELF-LOVE IS AND WHAT IT ISN'T What Self-Love Is: -Self-kindness and self-respect -Unconditional high regard for oneself -Believing and understanding that you are God's masterpiece What Self-Love Isn't: -It's not selfish or self-focuses -It's not lazy or indulgent  SELF-LOVE POWER THOUGHTS: I am deeply loved and cherished, just as I am. * I believe in myself and my ability to overcome any challenges that come my way. * I am a unique individual with valuable qualities that the world needs. * I am worthy of all the love, joy, and abundance life has to offer. * I am proud of my progress and the person I am becoming. * I deserve to treat myself with kindness, respect, and utmost care. * I trust my instincts and make choices that align with my true desires. * I am constantly growing and evolving, and that's something to celebrate. * My self-love radiates, positively influencing the people around me. * I am resilient and can handle whatever life throws at me. * I give myself permission to prioritize my needs and well-being without guilt. * I am capable of achieving my dreams, and I take steps every day to get closer to them. * I honor and appreciate myself for all the progress I've made, no matter how small. * I am a beautiful soul, deserving of love, compassion, and inner peace. * Today, I choose to love myself unconditionally, and that empowers me to embrace life fully. * I am worthy of love and respect exactly as I am. * I am enough, just as I am, and I don't need to prove myself to anyone. * I embrace my imperfections and see them as part of my unique beauty. * I choose to let go of self-doubt and believe in my abilities.