In a world that allows only a few people to live in the fullness of themselves, you defy it all, and take up space.
Your existence is valuable, and you have every right to pursue your dreams, goals, and aspirations.
This week, we affirm:
I DESERVE TO TAKE UP SPACE
(JE MÉRITE DE PRENDE DE LA PLACE)
Embrace your uniqueness, follow your passions, and don't let anyone or anything hold you back from living your life authentically and on your own terms.
You are worthy of every opportunity to create the life you desire.
Below are some great resources, hand-picked by myself, Tamara Charese, to encourage you to take up space this week.
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MEDITATION
Let's begin this week by centering ourselves with meditation.
Reconnect with the fullest expression of you and your right to take up space in this world. We are often conditioned to dim our light, not speak our truth. This will guide you back to embracing and expressing who you truly are.
YOUR RIGHT TO TAKE UP SPACE
FROM INSIGHT TIMER BY JESSICA LEIGH
PODCAST/ POETRY
Next, a powerful poem.
…Shave your legs or don't; Smile from ear to ear or don't; Liberation has no dress code; Etiquette or secret dialect; Give yourself the space to be fickle; To fumble with your faith, to fail; To fluff up your lines and make things up; Your shabby, slipped stitch mistakes; Make you miraculous; A goddess of spit and sweat; Stumbling in a pit of phoenix ashes; Take up space…
TAKE UP SPACE
BY VANESSA KISUULE
BLOG/ JOURNAL PROMPT
Next, this blog post is an oldie but goodie.
If you have been shamed for taking up space, you can reject that. Expand to touch every inch of your space. It is yours to fill.
If you have been punished for celebrating your gifts, you can reject that. Be proud of what you have to offer. It is yours, and yours alone.
If you have been told there is no room for you, you can reject that. Take up room. There is enough for you among those who recognize your worth and value.
YOU DESERVE TO TAKE UP SPACE
FROM AMYMARLOWMACOY.COM
BOOK RECOMMENDATION
Make your own rules and treat your body well in this uplifting, inspirational, and fact-filled guide to navigating social media, taking care of yourself, and loving your body by top plus-size model Tess Holliday and award-winning author Kelly Coon.
Take Up Space, Y'all gives readers a joyful, can't-put-this-down reading experience with advice and colorful anecdotes from body positivity activist, top plus-size model, and inclusivity consultant, Tess Holliday.
TAKE UP SPACE Y'ALL: YOUR BOLD & BRIGHT GUIDE TO SELF-LOVE
BY TESS HOLLIDAY & KELLY COON
FILM/ SERIES RECOMMENDATION
Lastly, a classic film about taking up the space that is uniquely yours!
What more is there to say!?! It's Legally Blonde! Watch Elle Woods fill every room!
LEGALLY BLONDE
STARRING REESE WITHERSPOON
YOUR "I DESERVE" AFFIRMATION RITUAL
Setting the Intention Light an I Deserve Joy candle, letting its uplifting notes fill your space.
Affirmation Meditation Sit comfortably and repeat this affirmation aloud or silently: "I am worthy of the space I occupy. My presence is valuable, and I take up space unapologetically."
Journaling Reflection Grab your Je Mérite, I Deserve Weekly Affirmation Journal and reflect on this week's prompts
Closing with Gratitude Close the ritual by expressing gratitude for your courage to show up fully. Blow out the candle, symbolizing the release of any remaining self-doubt.
Take a deep breath and carry this energy with you throughout your day, unapologetically taking up the space you deserve.
You are worthy. You are powerful. You are enough.
“You are allowed to take up space. In fact, you deserve to” - Lisa Olivera
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