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 Having a positive and loving relationship with self is at the core of any successful relationship with another. Self love reflects both your attitude - what you think and feel about yourself; and your lifestyle - what you do with your time and a consistent manner of behaving toward self. An attitude of self acceptance, self-esteem, and personal responsibility is a loving attitude and is essential for personal growth and effective functioning. Attitude must be paired with a lifestyle in which you treat yourself in a loving manner. A loving you is better equipped to give love to another and to accept love from another. By being aware of your basic physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs; and by creatively living life to fulfill these needs, you are acting lovingly and effectively in your own best interests.
Are your body needs for exercise, rest, relaxation, nutrition, and stimulation being addressed on a regular basis? Is there a balance between work and play in your life? Do you spend quality time alone as well as quality time with others? Are your emotional needs for affection, support, and acceptance being fulfilled? Are your spiritual needs being gratified? A balanced lifestyle - in which all of your needs are met on a consistent basis - is a loving lifestyle. |
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