Ways to value yourself
1. Care for your needs.
According to Hanks, “A great place to start
cultivating a healthy relationship with yourself is
by caring for your basic physical needs.” That
includes getting enough sleep and rest, eating
nutrients and exercising.
Conway agreed. She stressed the importance of
giving yourself the space to discover and
connect to “what feeds you in mind, body and
spirit.”
2. Joy is important.
“Prioritize the activities that bring you joy and
fill your emotional reserves,” Hanks said.
Conway suggested giving yourself treats every
day, such as “a walk in the park, a small bar of
chocolate, a long bath [or] a yoga class.”
3. Focus on your inner world.
According to Hanks, a healthy relationship with
yourself also includes being aware of your
internal processes. She suggested simply
asking yourself these questions on a regular
basis: “What am I feeling? What am I thinking?”
Also, consider the why behind your behavior,
thoughts and feelings. For instance, Hanks
suggested asking: “I wonder why that’s
bothering me? I wonder why I’m feeling more
lonely lately?”
Journaling and therapy are other vehicles for
becoming more self-aware, she said.
Conway teaches several online courses and
offers a free workbook , which also help readers
tune into their inner lives.
4. Regularly make time for yourself.
For instance, “Sit quietly for 10 minutes in the
morning with your first cup of coffee,” Conway
said. “Find books that speak to your soul and
steal moments to dig into them every day,” she
said.
5. Meditate.
“I find the most useful method to be the gift, to
oneself, of a daily meditation,” Duffy said. “In
those moments between the thoughts, we allow
ourselves peace of mind that can carry us
through even the most stressful days.” These
are several suggestions on meditating:
1. Care for your needs.
According to Hanks, “A great place to start
cultivating a healthy relationship with yourself is
by caring for your basic physical needs.” That
includes getting enough sleep and rest, eating
nutrients and exercising.
Conway agreed. She stressed the importance of
giving yourself the space to discover and
connect to “what feeds you in mind, body and
spirit.”
2. Joy is important.
“Prioritize the activities that bring you joy and
fill your emotional reserves,” Hanks said.
Conway suggested giving yourself treats every
day, such as “a walk in the park, a small bar of
chocolate, a long bath [or] a yoga class.”
3. Focus on your inner world.
According to Hanks, a healthy relationship with
yourself also includes being aware of your
internal processes. She suggested simply
asking yourself these questions on a regular
basis: “What am I feeling? What am I thinking?”
Also, consider the why behind your behavior,
thoughts and feelings. For instance, Hanks
suggested asking: “I wonder why that’s
bothering me? I wonder why I’m feeling more
lonely lately?”
Journaling and therapy are other vehicles for
becoming more self-aware, she said.
Conway teaches several online courses and
offers a free workbook , which also help readers
tune into their inner lives.
4. Regularly make time for yourself.
For instance, “Sit quietly for 10 minutes in the
morning with your first cup of coffee,” Conway
said. “Find books that speak to your soul and
steal moments to dig into them every day,” she
said.
5. Meditate.
“I find the most useful method to be the gift, to
oneself, of a daily meditation,” Duffy said. “In
those moments between the thoughts, we allow
ourselves peace of mind that can carry us
through even the most stressful days.” These
are several suggestions on meditating:
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