Yesterday I was gently reminded to stop judging myself.
In a conversation with a dear friend I was asked to tell him what I like about myself. I proudly declared that "I am very accepting and non-judgemental of others!"
As we progressed in the conversation, I discussed how I had been feeling sad, and how I felt I shouldn't be. And he stopped me there to point out that I was judging myself!
I realize lately I have been judging myself a lot. Instead of allowing the feelings i have to exist, and recognizing them as a natural pathway of being human, I have been telling myself what I should and shouldn't be feeling. But being sad and anxious is part of the spectrum of emotion that we as humans are so so lucky to experience!
I am gently reminding myself to not be ashamed. To project exactly who I am and what I feel into the world with fearless honesty, and to accept all that comes with that. Be it love or disdain, I graciously accept all reactions that come my way. I want to be unapologetically me.
I am taking my first baby steps towards self love.
