These sayings will help you on your journey to finding and keeping your inner love.
By Karla Pope
For many, love is an emotion typically reserved for the special people in our lives. But who is more deserving of this intense feeling of deep affection than the person staring back at you in the mirror?
Self-love is the foundation and basis for all the love that flows from our hearts to others. Whether it’s toward a family member, a close friend or maybe even a beloved pet, that deep appreciation and high regard grows from the roots of self-love. Although love starts from within, exercising self-love is not always easy. Let’s face it, we all have our ups and downs when we may not feel at our best, which can allow self-doubt to creep in. Simply put, life happens, and sometimes we need a self-esteem boost to get us back on track.
Reading self-love quotes is a great way to remind us of our worth and reinforce the importance of nurturing our well-being. Encouraging, positive and inspiring words can help foster a stronger relationship with the person who will always have our best interest at heart: ourselves.
No matter if you’re feeling inadequate or have simply fallen into a self-esteem rut, these uplifting self-love quotes are the perfect antidote. Bookmark and read this roundup when you’re faced with a challenge and need an instant pick-me-up to get you through. They also act as great daily affirmations.
From acclaimed poet and essayist Ralph Waldo Emerson to pop superstar Beyoncé, let their enlightened words remind you of your remarkable strengths and one-of-a-kind attributes. Remember, in order to love others, you must first love yourself. So, don’t forget to carve out time for activities that make you feel good. Whether that’s curling up with a good new book or booking a relaxing spa day, continue to shower yourself with love and watch all of your relationships flourish.
1
André Gide
"Be faithful to that which exists within yourself."
2
Bell Hooks
“One of the best guides to how to be self-loving is to give ourselves the love we are often dreaming about receiving from others.”
3
E. E. Cummings
“The hardest challenge is to be yourself in a world where everyone is trying to make you be somebody else.”
“Until you value yourself, you won’t value your time. Until you value your time, you will not do anything with it.”
5
Mary Dunbar
“We are each gifted in a unique and important way. It is our privilege and our adventure to discover our own special light.”
6
Rune Lazuli
“Be the love you never received.”
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
7
Rupi Kaur
“How you love yourself is how you teach others to love you.”
8
Sanhita Baruah
“Even when it seems that there is no one else, always remember there’s one person who never ceased to love you – yourself.”
9
Abraham Lincoln
“I am not bound to win, but I am bound to be true. I am not bound to succeed, but I am bound to live up to what light I have.”
Advertisem*nt - Continue Reading Below
10
Alan Cohen
“To love yourself right now, just as you are, is to give yourself heaven. Don’t wait until you die. If you wait, you die now. If you love, you live now.”
I am constantly growing and evolving into a better person. I'm freeing myself from all destructive doubt and fear. I accept myself for who I am and create peace, power and confidence of mind and of heart. I am going to forgive myself and free myself.
If you're not grateful for what you already have, why should you be blessed with more... If you can't appreciate the full worth of my courage, you can't admire my mastery. Never forget to smile and appreciate yourself.
The strength of a woman is not measured by the impact that all her hardships in life have had on her; but the strength of a woman is measured by the extent of her refusal to allow those hardships to dictate her and who she becomes. C. JoyBell C.
Every second that you spend on doubting your worth, every moment that you use to criticize yourself; is a second of your life wasted, is a moment of your life thrown away. It's not like you have forever, so don't waste any of your seconds, don't throw even one of your moments away.
Hobby: Gunsmithing, Embroidery, Parkour, Kitesurfing, Rock climbing, Sand art, Beekeeping
Introduction: My name is Roderick King, I am a cute, splendid, excited, perfect, gentle, funny, vivacious person who loves writing and wants to share my knowledge and understanding with you.
We notice you're using an ad blocker
Without advertising income, we can't keep making this site awesome for you.
