“Dear friend, I hope all is well with you and that you are as healthy in body as you are strong in spirit.” (3 John 1:2 NLT)
Self-care is difficult for many women, including me. Even the most basic acts of caring for our bodies and minds seem selfish and indulgent when there are so many other people who need our attention. Perhaps we need to reframe our thinking.
The following are some notes I jotted during a discussion with some friends:
-Self-care feeds your spirit.
-Self-neglect drains your spirit and fuels fear.
Many of us mistake being useful for significance. This fallacy drives us to neglect the longings of our heart in order to meet the expectations of others. We squash our feelings, ashamed to express them for fear of seeming needy. Yet, our emotions are pregnant with insights. If we pay attention, they will lead us to our authentic core. When we take care of ourselves, when we stand up for truth, our spirit thrives.
No comments:
Post a Comment