If You Feel Guilty Taking Time for Yourself...THIS Changes Everything! [Episode 210]
Sep 1, 2023
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Explore the issue of feeling guilty when prioritizing self-care and the negative consequences of such guilt. Learn about the impact of unmet needs and the importance of setting boundaries. Discover the positive impacts of prioritizing self-care on physical and mental well-being. Overcome hesitation and guilt for self-investment and find calm by trusting in a higher power.
Prioritizing self-care is essential for preventing chronic disease and replenishing physical and emotional resources.
Feeling guilty about self-care can indicate doing something right and can be reframed by trusting in a higher power.
Deep dives
Importance of Prioritizing Self-Care
Prioritizing self-care is essential to avoid becoming depleted and suffering from chronic disease. Taking guilt-free time for oneself allows for replenishment and prevents acting out of resentment instead of love. By recognizing that feeling guilty about self-care is an indication of doing something right, individuals can make choices that benefit their health and overall well-being.
Negative Consequences of Neglecting Self-Care
Neglecting self-care can result in depleting one's physical and emotional resources, leading to chronic health issues. The speaker cites the book 'When the Body Says No' by Dr. Gabor Mate, which suggests that characteristics like selflessness and putting others before oneself can contribute to chronic diseases. Engaging in tasks out of obligation, rather than genuine desire, can generate anger and resentment, hindering the ability to create from a place of love.
Reframing Perspectives and Trusting in Higher Power
The speaker shares a personal perspective on taking guilt-free time for self-care. By reframing expectations and understanding that one's own expectations may differ from a higher power's expectations, individuals can prioritize self-care without feeling rushed. Trusting in a higher power can provide a sense of calm and enable one to discern what is optimal for their well-being. The community at Learn Do Become offers various programs, resources, and supportive spaces to help individuals on their self-care journey.
Some people have no problem taking time for themselves. I admire that. I'm getting there, but I've had to make some pretty significant mindset changes, and today I'm sharing a perspective that I think will change your perspective and help you feel so much happier and more energetic.