5 Ways to Practice Self-Love This February

With Valentine's Day reminding us of the importance ofLoveThis month, now is a good time to reflect on your own sense of self-love. Have you placed more emphasis on taking care of yourself this year? Or do you need to expand your self-love practice toolkit? This February, read five ways to practice self-care, because in fact,all you need is love.

Self-massage for more self-love

Modern life seems to us to live in such a way that our energy levels are depleted. An eternal cycle ofdo, achieve,When we expel energy, we are more susceptible to stress and need methods to put energy back into the body. Rich in self-care methods that help restore energy balance, Ayurveda can teach us how to provide ourselves with the physical and emotional nourishment we so desperately need right now.Abhyangais the practice of “oiling the limbs” or massage with a specific oil depending on your needs. Interestingly, the Sanskrit word for oilsnehana,which translates as “love” – an indicator that I massage the body with oil, we also give it a dose of love. During cold months like fall and winter, or when you just need some TLC, try an organic sesame oil, which rejuvenates tissues and strengthens joints. Gently warm the oil and slowly oil your entire body from head to toe for at least 10 minutes.

Swap comparison for gratitude

If scrolling through social media finds you comparing your body or lifestyle to others and feeling worse, try this five-minute exercise today: Put down the phone and pick up your journal. Instead of focusing on comparing yourself to others, make a list of the things you are grateful for within yourself. Do you value your strength? Your creativity? Can you express your love, how far your body has carried you through life, or how loyal and caring you are? Do this often to offset the growing effects of comparison culture.

Move well, rest well

Our bodiesLoveMovement, but sheLoveRest too. When we find a good balance between our movement and our stillness, our physical, mental and emotional layers resonate harmoniously. Perhaps the most important factor is to exercise in a way that you truly enjoy. Yoga, running, dancing or hiking in nature and rest in a way your body and mind love; warm baths, restorative yoga, naps or guided meditation. Allow your body to experience both the joy of movement and the panacea of ​​rest, and it will thank you deeply.

Reorganize your space for more love

We live in relationship to our environment; from the weather, the seasons, the colors we choose for our walls and the way we arrange our furniture. Ancient holistic health systems such as Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda know that our homes can support or hinder healthy energy. Simply use your intuition to encourage more love in your space. How do you feel when you walk into a room? Is there enough space to think and move freely? Is there enough sunlight? Are there any items you don't resonate with that you could donate or trade for things you don't like?dobring you joy? Also remember that one of the most important Feng Shui principles is to incorporate an aspect of all five elements into your home: earth, water, fire, air and ether.

Ask for help

So often we push ourselves through difficult situations and life challenges without asking for help. Whether out of pride, shame, or fear, asking for help probably makes you even more necessary to ask for it. When we ask for help, we simultaneously expose our vulnerability but also enter a space of courage and authenticity. When we ask for help, we bypass the ego and the part of ourselves that harbors comparison and self-consciousness. Asking for help is an expansive act that strengthens relationships, helps us grow beyond current limitations, and can release emotional blocks we may have been holding on to for years.