“when we work with love we renew the spirit; that renewal is an act of self-love, it nurtures our growth. it's not what you do but how you do it…”
bell hooks
dear muse,
this week, we are inviting love in all its forms
taking the time to nurture and care for yourself
love is often spoken about as something we search for, wait for, or hope will arrive at just the right moment
but love is not scarce, nor is it reserved for later versions of ourselves
love begins now
in how we speak to ourselves
how we allow ourselves to receive care
and how we choose connection without abandoning our truth
this week, we return to love as a practice
love you're worthy of, right now, exactly as you are
enjoy this week's love letter...
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our meditation
our meditation this week will remind you to prioritize love, kindness, and connection, fostering a sense of emotional well-being that can improve your interactions with those around you
give yourself the gift of this meditation each morning this week, and watch as it nurtures your heart and soul throughout the day ahead
today i will love... and be loved!
by great meditation
our podcast
this week, we’re tuning into a gentle reminder we all need:
you are already enough
in this podcast, charity b explores what it means to release self-doubt, soften self-criticism, and choose compassion in everyday moments
press play, take a breath, and allow this conversation to meet you exactly where you are — whole, worthy, and deserving
i am enough: mastering self love podcast
with charity b
our journal prompt
this week's journal prompt is a self-love challenge
for every day in february, you’ll try journal prompts and activities focused on getting to know yourself, wooing yourself, caring for yourself, and prioritizing yourself
follow the challenge, and you’ll have a whole new perspective on self-love by march 1
the everygirl’s twenty eight day self-love challenge for a complete mindset reset
by the everygirl
our book selection
the ultimate self-love guide
regardless of where you've been or what you've been through, you deserve love, grace, and joy
learn to accept and love yourself, not in spite of your flaws but because of them, through this healing self-love book
become your own number one fan and say "goodbye" to needing any validation from other people
tam kaur uses her own personal experiences to guide you back to yourself in this book for confidence building and self-worth discovery
learn to set boundaries with other people and set yourself up for a happy, fulfilling life by using tam's tips to building confidence in yourself and redefining your self-worth
by tam kaur
finally, our film selection
this week’s watch is a nostalgic celebration of love, self-expression, and choosing yourself
as one of my favorite films marks its 40th anniversary, we’re revisiting this iconic film as a reminder that true romance begins with honoring who you are
your style, your heart, and your worth
an iconic story that invites us to embrace love on our own terms
streaming on paramount starring molly ringwald, jon cryer, and harry dean stanton
your self-love ritual
this week, we’re returning to self-love as a practice
small, intentional moments we offer ourselves: a pause, a boundary, a breath, a ritual that says you matter
set one loving boundary today self-love often looks like protection; say no to one thing that drains you or yes to one thing that restores you
curate a soft evening ritual create a gentle wind-down routine: dim lights, light an affirmation candle, slip into je mérite, turn off notifications, play calming music or cozy up with a book or movie
create a weekly self-love appointment schedule intentional time with yourself, just like you would for someone you love; no multitasking allowed
release guilt around rest rest is not a reward, it’s a right; sit, lie down, or breathe; do nothing else
self-love doesn’t have to be grand or performative
it lives in everyday choices that soften the body and steady the spirit
let this be your invitation to choose yourself, just as you are
in closing
as you move through the rest of this week, return to yourself often
let self-love meet you in the ordinary moments
in rest, in kindness, in choosing what feels nourishing
may you remember, again and again, that caring for yourself is an act of devotion
you'll be hearing more from me soon
promise
tamara charese
as always, affirmations from previous weeks are available here
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