5 Ways to be Kinder to Yourself, No Matter What

It’s a fact. We’re all too hard on ourselves. Whether you’re rushing around trying to keep your family and friends happy, or you’re bending over backwards at work to meet deadlines and try to make it through the working day. When things go wrong, it’s always our fault and the idea of spoiling ourselves is a completely alien concept.

Well, I’m here to tell you that you need to start looking after yourself. Not just physically, but mentally as well. A little self-love and self-preservation goes a long way. After all, how can anyone expect you to be at the top of your game if your self-esteem and mental health is at an all-time low?

Read on for 5 ways to be kinder to yourself, no matter what.

Forgive yourself

We all have regrets. Choices we wished we’d made, paths we wished we had taken. But dwelling on the past is dangerous and won’t make you feel any better. Wished you’d taken that other job offer? See what changes you can make to your career now. Gutted that you turned down that investment opportunity? Check out this website to find out more about investments and see what you could invest in now. The point is, that we all have regrets and forgiving yourself and moving on is a sure fire way to boost your mental health and make you feel more fulfilled.

Look after yourself

One of the first steps to take in being kinder to yourself is to look after yourself. So that means getting enough sleep, exercising or just moving your body a little more each day, filling your plate with plenty of veggies and having fruit too. Make sure you’re getting all your vitamins and visit the dentist on the regular too. All these things sound basic, but that’s because they’re the foundation to a healthy, happy life.

Treat yourself

You don’t have to max out your credit card to spoil yourself, in fact I wouldn’t encourage it. However if there is something that you want then you should spoil yourself. Maybe bypass the designer shoes and handbags ad treat yourself to a new bra or set of sparkly socks. Whatever makes you smile. You deserve it.

Recognise your achievements

Always humble, always brushing off compliments and relentlessly applauding others for their achievements. But who’s blowing your trumpet? If you’ve done achieved something today and you’re feeling good, then take a moment to really congratulate yourself. Nailed that parallel park? Good for you! Ticked off all your to-do list this morning? Well done! Make sure you’re always aware of the little wins in your life.

Make time

You know what it’s like – there never seems to be enough hours in the day! But, once you’re done running around for everybody, bending over backwards at work for your boss and keeping your team happy then it’s time to do something for yourself instead. Pick up that paintbrush, read that book, listen to that podcast you’ve wanted to finish…however you like to treat yourself, find some time every day to do it!