Self-love, defined as the “love of self” has been conceptualized both as a basic human necessity and as a moral flaw. With self-love often comes confidence which can either be perceived as good or bad – not depending on how you depict it but based on society’s perception of the energy one exudes when exhibiting confidence. There has been at least one point in an individual’s life in which they apprehend confidence as narcissistic or egotistical – and sometimes, this perception may be true. But what is wrong with radiating confidence when you love yourself?
Absolutely nothing – as long as, of course, you are not putting others down whilst putting yourself on a pedestal. On the other hand, many individuals, in fact, lack self-love. This can ultimately result in self-image issues, lack of confidence, as well as a deteriorating mental health. In this article we will be telling you all about the first steps towards self-love and how to achieve a sense of self-worth, but first, we must delve into the significance of it.
Why is Self-Love important?
Self-love motivates you to make healthy choices in life. When you hold yourself in high esteem, you’re more likely to choose things that nurture your well-being and serve you well. According to Psychology Health Care“Learning how to self-love is important to living happier and healthier in every aspect of your life. It influences who you pick to be your mate for life, the image you project at work, how you accomplish your work, the way you raise your children, the way you interact with those around you and the way you cope with the problems in your life”.
The First Steps Towards Starting to Love Yourself
Though experiencing insecurities may sometimes seem inevitable, instead of allowing them to engulf your thoughts, look at them in a different perspective by embracing them. Here are a few simple steps that you can take to start loving yourself a little more today:
- Accept how you are feeling
- Think about your feelings from an external perspective
- Forgive yourself for everything, you are human
- Accept help
If you or someone you know is experiencing anything from low self-esteem, to self-hatred it may be beneficial to seek professional help. The earlier you solve the problem, the better.