“don't let anyone tell you that you aren't deserving of love, of light, of appreciation, of joy, of kindness; your heart deserves to receive them all”
joel leon
dear muse,
in the hustle and bustle of everyday life, it's easy to forget to appreciate ourselves
to recognize our worth, our accomplishments, and the unique qualities that make us who we are
but what does it mean to appreciate yourself?
appreciating yourself means recognizing your inherent worth and treating yourself with the love, kindness, and respect that you deserve
remember, you are worthy of appreciation, love, and respect
so take some time to celebrate the amazing person you are
enjoy this week's love letter...
*all photos are links to more information, the bookshop.org link is an affiliate link
our meditation
take ten minutes to ground into your inherent self-worth
this meditation helps release self-doubt, and reconnect you with a steady sense of inner value that isn’t dependent on validation or outcomes
by slowing down and turning inward, you create space to feel more grounded with clarity, self-respect, and a deeper trust in who you are
enjoy
grounding into your self worth
by great meditation
our podcast or playlist
most of us appreciate when other people express appreciation for us
clearly some of us are more motivated by this than others, and it can be a bit uncomfortable to receive, but it’s very rare to meet someone who feels over-appreciated or doesn’t enjoy being acknowledged at some level
however, the most important and most difficult aspect of appreciation is being able to do it for ourselves in a genuine way
on this episode, the host talks about why authentic self-appreciation can be so hard, and I offer a series of reminders and techniques for how to do it effectively
by mike robbins
our journal prompt
self appreciation and acknowledgment of your achievements are certainly art forms to behold
sometimes even accepting compliments can feel awkward and uncomfortable, making us wonder why, doesn’t it?
the power of self appreciation: how to live a fulfilling life
by betterlyf
our book selection
what happens when the person you work for is more interested in looking good than doing good?
kiley reid’s sharp, page-turning debut introduces us to emira, a young woman who must navigate the messy intersections of race and performative kindness to find her own footing
at its core, this is a story about the quiet power of claiming your own agency
it’s an essential read for anyone who has ever felt like a side character in their own life, showing that the most important accomplishment isn't a prestigious title — it’s the courage to finally appreciate your own voice and live life on your own terms
by kiley reid
finally, our film selection
"that’s all"—or is it?
we’re heading back to the hallowed, high-fashion halls of runway, where the stakes are higher and the belts are thinner
in this long-awaited sequel, we find our favorite protagonists navigating a shifting industry while learning the hardest lesson of all: that true validation doesn't come from a nod of approval from a boss, but from finally recognizing your own talents
it’s a sharp-tongued reminder that while you can master any world you’re thrown into, the real achievement is knowing your worth enough to set your own terms
starring meryl streep, anne hathaway, and emily blunt; directed by david frankel
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