Intro

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Episode 2451:

Irene Elias reveals the transformative practice of writing a love letter to yourself as a path to greater self-awareness and emotional healing. This reflective exercise nurtures compassion and fosters a deeper connection with your inner voice, guiding you toward self-acceptance and growth.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://selflovejunkie.com/what-would-a-love-letter-do/

Quotes to ponder:

"A love letter to yourself is an invitation to speak gently, kindly, and truthfully about your own story."

"When you write to yourself with love, you unearth the quiet whispers of your heart, often ignored in the clamor of daily life."

"Self-compassion isn’t indulgence; it’s the courage to see yourself as worthy of kindness and care."

Episode references:

Writing Down the Bones: Freeing the Writer Within: https://www.amazon.com/Writing-Down-Bones-Freeing-Writer/dp/161180308X

Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself: https://www.amazon.com/Self-Compassion-Proven-Power-Being-Yourself/dp/0061733512

The Artist's Way: https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-Julia-Cameron/dp/0143129252

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