I ensure that my needs are taken care of, prior to assisting others. I am mindful of my boundaries. I know where I end, and others begin. I am conscious of my personal space. I respect the space of others. I respect my own space. I protect my feelings and embrace my emotional security. I know that I need to take care of my needs before I can be there fully to take care of … [Read more...] about I Take Care of My Own Needs First
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I Am In Charge of How I Feel
I alone decide how I feel. I have the option of experiencing any emotion I choose. I can choose to feel happy or sad, excited or bored, hopeful or hopeless. My feelings are under my control. Other people lack the power to affect my emotions. I can choose how I wish to respond to whatever they say or do. I remember that I am the one who is in charge. When I feel down, I … [Read more...] about I Am In Charge of How I Feel
I Discuss My Feelings
Talking about my emotions helps me in many ways. I gain self-knowledge and awareness. I recognize that my feelings are natural and important. I explore my superficial emotions and the deeper ones that lie beneath them. I understand my motives and reactions. I make sounder decisions. Talking about my anger or fear makes these sensations less intense. I gain greater control … [Read more...] about I Discuss My Feelings
Music Soothes Me
Music reduces stress and comforts me. It lifts my spirits and energizes me when I feel down. It helps me to think more clearly when I am struggling through difficult times. It reminds me of the beauty in the world and how much I have in common with others. I create a playlist for working out. Lifting weights and running require less effort when I have upbeat songs to keep me … [Read more...] about Music Soothes Me
Sacrificing My Own Happiness Is Unhealthy
It is important to remind myself of my value. Taking care of myself allows me to take care of others. Whenever I am unhappy, it impacts my relationships with others. I rely a lot on my friends and family. Being good to them requires that I am good to myself first. Happiness comes from the inside out. Putting my happiness aside in a relationship causes resentment to build … [Read more...] about Sacrificing My Own Happiness Is Unhealthy