LOVE YOURSELF FIRST TO MAKE EFFECTIVE LIFESTYLE CHANGE

06 Feb LOVE YOURSELF FIRST TO MAKE EFFECTIVE LIFESTYLE CHANGE

BY BRENDA HYLAND – certified Holistic Nutritionist, Personal Trainer

Without true love of self it’s nearly impossible to truly love another. Nothing trumps self love.  It’s the first step in creating lasting change.

SEVEN WAYS TO IMPROVE YOUR SELF IMAGE

1)      Mirror, Mirror:  Stand in front of the mirror on a daily basis and say “I love you _______________”.   Positive daily affirmations are a must. 

2)      Relax:  No time for relaxing? – just breathe.  Deep cleansing breaths throughout the day will induce calmness and relieves stress.  Inhale through the nose and exhale through your lips.

3)      Massage:  Whether it’s for muscle relief, removing  toxins, or the pure joy of being pampered massage must be part of your wellness plan.

 4)      Your Temple:  Your body is a temple and must be treated as such.  Eat clean foods that support your body, exercise & keep your body fit.  Lack of self love has been shown to cause obesity & cancer.

 5)      Gratitude is Altitude:  Be grateful for who you are and all of the wonderful things in your life. You are alive and well!! Celebrate YOU!!

 6)      Nature’s Finest:  Start being cognizant of all the beauty that surrounds you. Midnight sky, how green is the grass, the puffy white clouds.  When you acknowledge the beauty in nature, you are open to acknowledge your personal beauty.

 7)      Gifts: Treat yourself to something special – manicure, flowers, facial, or that pair of jeans that you have been eyeing.

Remember to embrace all of YOU- with all of your imperfections and flaws. Be kind and loving to yourself. Conquer self love and you will far succeed your wildest dreams.