How to Achieve a State of Happiness Part II…Romance YOURSELF!

Hi Everyone!

Are you ready for part II of my take on how to reach that desired state of Happiness that we all seem to be searching for one way or another in our lives?

Last time, I discussed acceptance and giving unconditional love!  I mentioned in passing that before I was able to get to the point of giving unconditional love, I had to learn to love myself…. Well, I think it is a topic that warrants a discussion of its own.   

This topic is something that is common knowledge.  There is no secret revelation involved.  There are even songs written about this (i.e. Greatest Love of All).  However, as simple as it may seem, what does it truly entail?   What does it take to get to the point where you can honestly say that you are there?  It is very funny how so many people forget to love the one person that should be on top of their list of “LOVE”.  

What does it mean to love yourself?  Well, I am sure that this is not a comprehensive list but here is what it means to me:

• I accept myself for who I am.  I am not trying to be and have no desire to be anyone else because I am special and unique in my own right.

• I can distinguish between “healthy” and “unhealthy” levels of selfishness.  I indulge myself with moments of “selfishness” from time to time (i.e. taking time to paint/listen to music at home versus going out to a friend’s show).

• I like who I am and I am not afraid to be myself at times.  I am sappy, silly, a hopeless romantic, caring, love to talk, like to help people, enjoy spreading love, warmth and smiles to people around me.  If you have a problem with that!  Shoot me! 🙂

• Embracing everything and feeling the simple joys of living.  

• Taking care of myself and doing things that make me happy.   I am very good at that and getting better with time!

• Making choices not for the sake of making others happy only but taking into account of what makes me happy.

• Setting realistic goals that I can achieve so I don’t get discouraged!

• Treating myself with rewards when I feel like it!

  Eliminating negative people who make me feel bad to make themselves feel good.

  Not being overly self-critical.  I know that no one is perfect, myself included.  When I make a mistake, I own up to it and FORGIVE myself!

• Keep expectations low and ACCEPT all that life has to offer.

I invite you to join me in this wonderful journey of romancing YOU!  YOU DESERVE TO BE THE MOST LOVABLE PERSON TO YOURSELF!! 

Please~ send me a list of things that you are doing or planning to do to enhance your love of yourself!  I would LOVE to hear about it! 

Until next time!