5 Ways to Love Yourself More

Do you feel like you could show yourself some more love?

Here are 5 self-care practices to up your inner game and refresh your mentality if you're feeling stressed or anxious.

1. Take a bath with epsom salts 

::::Taking an epsom salt bath can::::
~reduce anxiety
~lower headaches
~relax soar muscles
~improve mental clarity
~prevents hardening of arteries
Want to know my favorite, affordable brand? Check out Dr. Teals- available on amazon (here) and most drug stores!

2. Use an essential oil diffuser

::::Freshening your room with essential oils has a myriad of benefits::::

~increase energy (citrus, mint, clove, pepper, lemongrass scents)

~promote relaxation (floral scents as well as eucalyptus)

~put you in a meditative state (find a blend with some francincesce, bergamot, patchouli, or cedarwood)

Whatever kind of mood you're looking for, essential oils can seriously help! 

3. Try Hypnosis

::::Curious about Hypnosis?::::

~Hypnosis works by changing the thought patterns in the conscious mind and unlocking the wisdom of the unconscious

~With the internet, you can listen to a hypnosis session from anywhere about pretty much everything under the sun

~Need to lose weight? Quit smoking? Boost self esteem? Decrease Social Anxiety? Just relax??There's something for everyone!

~They really do work and put you in a super relaxed state every time you listen to one 

::::Click here to see if there's a hypnosis download for you!:::

4. Do More Yoga

:::Yoga is great for:::

~Stress relief

~Strengthening your body, mind, and spirit

~Allowing you to accept yourself as you are

~Increase flexibility 

~Release emotions trapped in the body

~Loving yourself

Check out Fightmaster yoga for free youtube videos you can do from anywhere. She has 30 day yoga challenges, yoga for beginners, yin yoga for relaxation, HIIT yoga for cardio, and so much more. 

5. Dive into a Personal Development Book

:::::Here are my recommended reads::::

~You are a Badass by Jen Sincero – full of positive vibes and motivational inspiration to get you going in the right direction

~The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz – awesome for learning truths about yourself and the keys to happiness and success in life

~Wake Up to the Joy of You by Agapi Stassinopoulis – great for self-realization and has lots of guided meditations and journaling to help you find out who you really are
Some may think they are cheesy, but the positivity can really help if you're feeling down about life.

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Hope you liked my self-love techniques! I'd love to hear what you do to love yourself more, and if you have any questions or comments, feel free to reach out! 😊💓

~~~xo, sending you lots of positive vibes~~~

Katherine

@thehealthyandyummyfoodie

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