Self-love is the conscious care of self mentally, physically, and emotionally. Self-care requires the deliberate and active prioritizing of adequate sleep, nutrient-rich meals, a social life with family and friends and exercise.
On the other hand, vanity speaks to more of an obsession only with one’s physical appearance. Being vain doesn’t take into consideration the development of a true relationship with self.
The Importance of Self-Love
To be in love with yourself means connecting with your emotions wholeheartedly. Self-love is important because it puts your physical, emotional, and mental wellness first. Prioritizing self-love places you at an advantage to serve and nurture yourself. Loving yourself makes loving others possible and sustainable.
Self-love ensures that self-care practices are implemented to boost the ability to love yourself. The desire to connect with self is more than feeding your ego and being perfect.
It’s about an intimate connection that will lead to a better understanding of self that will blossom into genuine care and acceptance.
Self-love practices
- Self-compassion
- Being patient with yourself as you grow
- Appreciative of your strengths and weaknesses
- Understanding who you are
- Spending alone time with yourself to become aware of your needs
- Loving and accepting your physical appearance
Self-love is never vain because though it focuses on physical appearance, it also prioritizes loving and accepting yourself for who you are internally.
Contributed by: Steve O’Connor
Copywriter for M.O.T.M.V.
