Smile at Yourself

I was talking to my sister a few weeks ago, and we chatted about defaulting to the negative when talking about ourselves. I could speak endlessly about others in a positive voice, but when talking about myself I tend to default to the negative, always thinking that I'm not smart enough, pretty enough, or good enough to deserve attention or love from others.

That has begun to change over the past few months. I've realized how important self-love truly is in creating a positive life. I started reading a book that encourages you to look in the mirror every day and say aloud that you love yourself.

At first it felt silly and crazy, but to be honest, I think it really works. Instead of looking in the mirror and focusing on the red spot or the gray hair, I look into my eyes and say I love you to myself. And not just I love you, but I love you just the way you are.

This focus on the positive has had an incredible effect on how I wake up and feel every day. Sure, I will always have insecurities, but I try to start every day focusing on the good things in my life. Instead of focusing on what I don't have, I appreciate what I do have.

I am enough. I am worthy of love.

Next time you look in the mirror, instead of looking for what's wrong, look into your eyes and appreciate what you have. Maybe even say I love you. <3

This is where I speak to myself every day :)