Because if you don’t, no one else will!
When I was a young Bella, a single Bella, a Bella without children, I was under the impression that once I became all the things that I wasn’t, I would have to push myself to the back burner.
And for a short while, I did just that!
When my third child came along, I gained 40 pounds more than what I was used to carrying, and I was uncomfortable with who I had become. Now, I know weight doesn’t define you, but for me, I’m not my best self if I’m overweight.
My top priorities were
- My kids and husband
- Relationship with God
- Being involved with my kid’s school and extracurriculars
- My household
- Running a new business
Last on the list
- Me
- Me again
- And me again
- And once again, ME
You might see ME on the list four times, but yeah, I never made it that far on my list. Looking after myself wasn’t a thing. I felt guilty going to the gym, going for a walk alone, lifting weights, and making special meals just for me.
That’s crazy thinking!
I chose ME
When my youngest child was six months old, I popped back on my list and NEVER stopped looking after me.
Are you looking after yourself? If not, why?
If you are feeling like you don’t deserve to, I would love to know why you feel that way. Sometimes, the way we think is because of how we were raised or due to what we saw growing up.
Taking care of yourself is a precious responsibility and a must if you want to feel truly fulfilled. And with that, I would love to know how you are planning to look after yourself this weekend.
You could have chosen any blog to read, but you chose mine, and I’m honored!
~Belladonna~
Source: Look After Yourself – Belladonna’s Flashlight

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