Monday, August 1

How do I love myself?

Was thinking awhile ago about Jesus' command to love others as we love ourselves. I ran across a scrap of paper on which I'd written ways I do this - and thus, ways I could love others. Thought it might be interesting?

How I love myself... Forgive, give grace, give external explanations for bad behavior, cut slack, buy hot chocolate for comfort on bad days, allow myself to skip class, let myself only be accountable to God, allow myself to make mistakes, get enough sleep, pay to see a counselor, buy gifts on random occasions, rest and play, celebrate victories, don't let myself be pressured, trust my instincts, do what I love, go to bookstores, eat chocolate, make time in the day to spend with God, battle pride, pray for help, let go of anxiety, listen to my heart.

I hope I will do these things for other people!! ..