February Theme of the Month: Self Love
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February is traditionally the month of LOVE. Here at 29 Gifts, we are declaring it the month of SELF LOVE. We challenge you to continue giving a gift a day to someone whose path you are blessed to cross, but ALSO GIVE YOURSELF A GIFT EACH DAY. It is so important to fill our own wells if we want to be of maximum service to others. It is vital that you honor yourself. That you are aware of your true nature. As Teilhard de Chardin said, "We are not human beings having a spiritual experience, we are spiritual beings having a human experience."
You, yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection. –Buddha
Be sure to RSVP to join us with our Community Event February 29, 2012 as we enjoy A Walk In Nature.
Below are 29 SIMPLE GIFTS TO GIVE YOURSELF:
1. Acceptance, know that you are in the perfect place for you today
2. Recognize that you are constantly evolving and growing to become a more powerful and more loving being.
3. Take a walk in nature, drinking in the beauty.
4. Forgive yourself all mistakes, mistakes are always part of growing
5. Keep your mind sharp, do a word puzzle or read a book
6. Pet a dog or cat
7. Do some yoga
8. Find joy in the moment
9. Blow bubbles
10. Say positive affirmations daily
11. Remember to dream.
12. Make yourself a special snack
13. Let your creativity flow, make something special for yourself.
14. Take a nap
15. Go to the gym
16. Give up a bad habit
17. Look thru a photo album
18. Play music and dance like no one is watching
19. Sing along with the radio
20. Wear your pajamas all day
21. Write a love letter to yourself
22. Get all dressed up just for yourself
23. Sit by a fire
24. Take some pictures of yourself, remember you are beautiful
25. Take time to talk to your best friend
26. Take up a new hobby
27. Use stairs instead of the elevator
28. Look in the mirror and smile
29. Find your home within yourself.
Self love and a person’s sense of self worth are tied closely together. Self love begins with knowing your value as a human being.
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Permalink Reply by Michele wwt on -
I love all of these! Simply wonderful! :)
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Permalink Reply by Sharon D-29 Gifts Ambassador on -
While I have been practicing taking care of myself for 20 years, This week is a true test, healing from hand surgery and then having my dog break a toe, I am now on crutches. The good arm has tendonitus, so my right leg is my last appendage without sever pain. Letting others care for me is strange, and uncomfortable. But it has slowed me down, considerably. I cannot just jump up and do anything anymore, I cannot drive either. That really cramps my lifestyle. I am practicing sitting and cannot wait to jump up again!
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Permalink Reply by Elly Rose on -
Wow, good luck Sharon. I hope you are better soon. This is a very good time to practice self love.
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Permalink Reply by Sharon D-29 Gifts Ambassador on
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I am glad to be feeling clear again, and off the pain meds! My spirits are high today from Roxy passing her CGC test this morning!
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Permalink Reply by Elly Rose on
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Congratulation on a job well done, I was just reading about that one Facebook.
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Permalink Reply by Sharon D-29 Gifts Ambassador on
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Thanks!
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Permalink Reply by Lois55 wwt on -
The picture is awesome and the list is wonderful...what great ideas you all put together!
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Permalink Reply by Elly Rose on
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“Love is the great miracle cure. Loving ourselves works miracles in our lives.”
― Louise L. Hay
I just found this quote and it is perfect for this month.
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Permalink Reply by Give a little ~ GALfriend on -
Love Louise Hay - need to look for her affirmation CD. Thanks for the reminder!....Going to check out Amazon for used (ie budget friendly) personal growth books on CD, too :)
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Permalink Reply by Ayanadnb on -
thanks for the awesome ideas!! i just turned up some tunes to dance by myself :)
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Permalink Reply by Deb~ Community Manager on -
What a gorgeous pic and ideas too!
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