Quotes about Self-care
I know the weight of carrying more than I should. And usually it's because I've refused to release something before taking on something else. If I want to choose a Best Yes, it's crucial I make room for it first. Otherwise, a Best Yes can quickly become a stressed yes. And a stressed yes is like snow on a tree that refuses to release its leaves. It causes cracks and breaks at our core.
- Lysa TerKeurst
we must not confuse the disease to please with the command to love.
- Lysa TerKeurst
had the wrong notion that to be a Christian requires that we believe the best no matter what. That it's unkind to draw boundaries. That it's noble and commendable to stay in a relationship no matter what. I no longer believe that.
- Lysa TerKeurst
Sometimes the idea of living as a hermit appeals to all of us. No demands, no needs, no pain, no disappointments. But that is because we have been hurt, are worn out.
- John Eldredge
We don't have to do it any better than we can - ever. Do our best for the moment, then let it go. If we have to redo it, we can do our best in another moment, later.
- Melody Beattie
I learned a long time ago the wisest thing I can do is be on my own side, be an advocate for myself and others like me.
- Maya Angelou
I never loved another person the way I loved myself.
- Mae West
When in doubt, take a bath.
- Mae West
I remember how at night I didn't have slow, sweet talks, but merely rushed the children to bed so I could have more time to myself.
- John Ortberg
IF YOU WOULD PROTECT YOUR BODY, GUARD YOUR MIND.
- James Allen
Red lips don't look good on blotchy, uneven skin.
- Dita Von Teese
A wound won't heal if you keep touching it.
- Matshona Dhliwayo