Quotes about Self-care

Oftentimes the reason we don't forgive is because what the other person did was wrong. They were clearly at fault. But when you forgive, you're not excusing their behavior. You're not lessening the offense; you're simply getting the poison out of you. You have to forgive so you can be free.

You will never enjoy life if you do not enjoy yourself.

If you want to be a doormat you have to lay yourself down first.

Partake of some of life's sweet pleasures. And yes, get comfortable with yourself.

Destructive emotions, such as anger, hatred, and jealousy don't hurt others; they hurt you. They can make your life miserable. They can make you sick. Forgive everyone who ever hurt you—really forgive them—and then forgive yourself. That's all past.

There are times for all of us when all the laughter seems to be gone, but we should not permit these periods to last too long. When we've lost our sense of humor, there isn't very much left. We become ridiculous. We must then go to war against the whole world, and that's a war we cannot win.

If you don't take care of your body, where will you live?

Your body is a temple, not a drive-through.

[A]ll forgiveness is a gift to yourself.

Don't go out of your weigh to please anyone but yourself.

When overwhelmed and stressed and unable to think, I go out and garden, it's cheaper than a shrink.

Have you hugged yourself today?