The Importance of Putting Yourself First

The Importance of Putting Yourself First

The idea of putting ourselves first sounds selfish. To a lot of us, it sounds like something you’re never really supposed to do, especially if you want to be a good, kind person who cares for those around them. However, self-care and confidence are actually an essential part of the process; they are the things that enable us to actually be the kind-hearted people that we want to be. It took me a long time to realise this, but me putting myself first meant that I was better at handling problems in life, it meant that I was more present and supportive of my family. If you are anxious and worried, if you think you’ve been neglecting your own needs for a long time, then it’s time to chat and figure out how you can change your priorities.

Health comes first

How long have you been postponing that checkup because there’s simply “more important things to deal with right now”? There is nothing and no one that comes before your own health, especially because getting sick will render you completely unable to help those that you want to help. Getting sick will only make you weak and tired, and it can really damage all your goals in the long run. Exercising, a healthy diet, and regular checkups are important if you want to stay strong and lead an easier life.

Your work can wait

Your career is important and should definitely be one of the priorities in life, but it’s not everything. If you keep skipping family dinners and doing overtime just to earn an extra buck, the chances are you’ll only end up miserable and possibly alienate your family. It will also give your boss an excuse to push you further than you can take, so it’s very important to establish your own boundaries and to know when to step back, take a day off, and rest. This can actually benefit your career because you’ll have some time to recuperate and get back to work with some fresh ideas and energy.

Self-care rituals

My mom always used to say that if you want to have love in your life, you should first love yourself. But we’re Aussies, and low confidence seriously cramps our style, so we have a very healthy approach to mental wellbeing. Taking that half an hour a day to enjoy a long bath or indulge in some nourishing skincare may seem completely trivial, but it’s actually quite important – it simply gives you a chance to recharge your batteries. The point is, don’t underestimate your own hobbies, interests, and the little things you can do to feel better.

Confidence is attractive

The vicious cycle of negativity and neglect only leads to a very bad self-image. Instead of enjoying life, we end up wasting time on doubt and fear, so we end up wasting opportunities. Instead of self-deprecating humor and constant criticizing, why not take some time to appreciate yourself instead? Smile more often, write down things you love about yourself in your journal, wear the outfits you never dared to put on before. Give compliments to others and accept the ones they give to you with a graceful smile instead of disbelief.

Relationships will get better

Like I said, confidence is attractive, and people who are constantly tired and in bad mood are not very fun to be around. Even with best of intentions, you can’t be there for others if you’re exhausted and sick. Putting yourself first shows them that you’re competent, that you know how to handle problems and deal with life, and that you’ll have the energy and willpower to solve issues and provide assistance.

Putting yourself first isn’t a sign of selfishness, it’s a sign of a well-adjusted individual. Kindness comes easier when you’re well-rested and happy, and being cheerful and genuine will spread that positive energy around and make others really glad to be in your company.

 

— Share —

— About the Author —

Leave a Reply

— Follow Us —

Up Next

My Rendezvous With Life

My Rendezvous With Life

The treacherous waters of existence hail in their stride,As the beauty of sailing against the winds uproars in its ride.Benevolence in its yonder stirs the mirth of the true,Navigating the turbulent waves, death and I had a rendezvous.

I sought the beauty of the light that was unseen,In the depths of my muse, I found my world within.Life in its flair, trudged me into the emblems of the dark,The dreams that perspired in the seed embraced their death,As it was time for a new quest to embark.

Quaint whispers that echoed in their gallant stance,The jeers that surmounted the uncertainty galloped in their dance.Silencing the wind, bestriding the fall,I plunged into the entirety of my endeavours that call

For I chose to befriend the walk that marked the

Up Next

The Power of Understanding Your Love Language

The Power of Understanding Your Love Language

Love is the purest emotion one feels towards themselves and another individual. While the expression of love can vary in its entirety from one person to another, the care we hold for the ones we love shares an undeniable impact on how we forge our perceptions of interpersonal relationships. The way we communicate our feelings to someone also says a lot about how we are wired, the method of conveying our affection to our beloved ones is called a love language. You may express affection to the one you love regularly, but do you take the time to ensure that you are communicating it in the way that the other person prefers? Even love can become lost in translation when two individuals speak different love languages.

What are the five love languages?

Up Next

The Beauty Of Gratitude In A World Full Of Cynicism

The Beauty Of Gratitude In A World Full Of Cynicism

Ever acquainted with the phrase that the world that you exist in, the life that you embody dwells in the perception of the stance you hold for yourself. The beauty and the tragedy of life is that it is as beautiful as the optimistic lens of perception and as ugly as the pessimistic view of your being.

The strive of our endeavours and the constant effort to achieve the next massive milestone often drive us to the edges of insanity, to be in the consistent light of greatness we lose sight of the great strings of joy that bind our existence together. To be the best we have ever been we must be mindful of the best we are. Coinciding in the traps of negativity and yet claiming to be the best version of yourself is a blinding truth that lies to only

Up Next

I Breathe In The Sauntering Air That Collapses My Being

I Breathe In The Sauntering Air That Collapses My Being

I breathe in the sauntering air that collapses my being,I breathe through the crevices of my existence unseen.Uncertainty in its yonder strikes in bolt on the scars that nobody sees,Redemption that loves, redemption that is free, find me in the depths of my poetry.

Tales of lust ridden in smeared touches that belie,Entreated with envy, the visions of victory lie.To be or not to be in a question that yet lies,For I yearn for a world where fond passion never dies.

Enclasped in the cage of the deemed duty,Bounded in her vows, she forgot she was a thing of beauty.In a realm we live, where amour in its truth fails to stand tall,She, tired of her existence, submerges herself into the beauty that her dreams enthrall.

Chaos in its uproar hails in its darkness

Up Next

The Impact of Conflict on Workplace Productivity and Morale

The Impact of Conflict on Workplace Productivity and Morale

Conflict is a natural element of any dynamic whether it is personal or professional and knowing how to deal with it becomes an essential in any aspect of life. Conflicts in the workplace can arise for matters as trivial as difference in personal beliefs to matters such as project completions, working styles, deadlines, project goals and different outlooks towards work. For the sake of development and productivity, these disputes must be settled quickly and professionally. Understanding how conflicts arise and how to resolve them can help managers advance in their careers. We’ll go over what conflicts are, their different kinds, and the typical reasons why team members argue in this edition of The Wellness Digest.

What does conflict mean in the job?

Up Next

Identify The Wounds Of Your Childhood

Identify The Wounds Of Your Childhood

Being aware of the wounds of your childhood allows you to gain an understanding of yourself, including your emotions, behaviours, and thought patterns. Awareness is the first step towards healing, and acknowledging past wounds empowers you to address and work through emotional pain.

1. Wound of rejection

Childhood Impact: As a child, I felt like no one accepted me for who I was.

Adult Protection Strategy: Now, if someone or something makes me feel rejected, I tend to run away. I hide, isolate myself, and avoid everyone, even those who care about me. It’s like I believe everyone rejects me, and I don’t fit in.

2. Abandonment

Up Next

The Art of Self-Transformation: Tips for Personal Growth and Development

The Art of Self-Transformation

The journey of life often strikes us with a monotonous tone of finding chaos and distress in the mundanity of our daily lives. Not achieving what we set our mind to and being stuck in a downward spiral of self-doubt and self-pity is often a sign that something in our life is not going the right way. We need to take a step back and reevaluate the present situation we are in. Here are some concrete steps that you can follow to embrace change and become a better version of yourself.

1) Swot analysis –

One of the most important steps to understanding yourself is to assess your present situation and draw out the areas of your strengths,