For those who haven't read the original post on our sister site - Divine Reiki Studio - we have included a taster below. The accreditation and accompanying link to the full article can be found at the bottom of this post. Happy reading...

Let’s start by distinguishing self-love from vanity. Vanity is characterised by excessive pride in one’s appearance or abilities, often at the expense of others. Self-love, on the other hand, is about recognising your worth and treating yourself with kindness and compassion. It doesn’t mean you consider yourself superior to others; instead, it suggests that you acknowledge your innate value and your right to happiness and well-being.

So… practising self-love isn’t vain; it’s a vital aspect of self-care and personal growth that can lead to a happier, more fulfilling, and mentally healthy life.

Below are some techniques that I find extremely beneficial…

Exercise self-compassion

Treat yourself with kindness and understanding, especially during difficult times. Be gentle with yourself and avoid self-criticism.

Identify and challenge inner negativity

Recognise negative thoughts about yourself and challenge them. Replace self-criticism with self-affirming and positive statements.

Practice self-care

Prioritise activities that nurture your physical, emotional, and mental well-being, such as exercise, meditation, spending time in nature, reading, or engaging in hobbies you enjoy.

Accreditation

Click the following link to read the full article: A Guide to Practicing Self-Love from our very own Chelle Whettam