“Love yourself first and everything else falls into line.
You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world.” – Lucille Ball
You really have to love yourself to get anything done in this world.” – Lucille Ball
I have completed 12 weeks in “isolation” now. I went into quarantine two weeks earlier than most people because I had travelled outside the country when COVID-19 blew up and hence decided to take self-precautionary steps.
In the past months I have been and continue to go through a whole gamut of emotions. In the end though I always land on ‘staying still’ and being in the moment as much as possible.
Weirdly enough I have truly fallen in love with myself in the time of COVID-19. I had always enjoyed my own company. But now I also like myself as a human being. I am happy with who I have turned out to be so far, with all my flaws included. When I look at myself in the mirror, I actually like what I see; inside-out!
Life never got me down much, not for more than a few hours at-a-stretch at least. But one of my constant fears was being “lonely”. Now I am realizing that actually I am way more resilient than I ever myself credit for. Everything I have started or quit, I have given-up on or taken-on ... has been a lesson, a path towards growth and self-discovery. And what a fulfilling journey it has been so far ...
So on days when I feel lost, or find myself stepping towards an abyss of negativity I try and remind myself of everything I have learned, everything I have to be grateful for, everything that has made my life wonderful so far ... If things have worked-out so far, they most probably will in the future too ...
🎵... Que sera sera
Whatever will be will be
The future's not ours to see ... 🎵
Few things to I have made peace with:
- Only my own actions and reactions are in my control
- No one else gets to decide what I want from my life
- I owe no one any explanation, what-so-ever
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Good for you! Few people are as happy with themselves as you describe.
ReplyDeleteI can did that. No one else gets to decide what I want for my life. Such a powerful revelation but sadly a lot of us let others decide.
ReplyDeleteThis post resonates with me. I don't think I can pick the right words to express but this post is pretty much the gist of how I feel about myself right now.
ReplyDeleteThat's a really positive thing to read. We're 11 weeks here are we went into isolation as my daughter had a cough. It's definitely been a learning experience and a time of self discovery.
ReplyDeleteSo many important lessons here....thanks for sharing! xoxo, Sarah
ReplyDeleteLoving yourself is the best thing you can do for yourself! So happy to hear this!
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I think it's fantastic that during this time of isolation, you've come to an even deeper understanding, love, and appreciation for yourself. That's an important quality to possess. It's good that you've been focusing on learning and loving YOU!
ReplyDeleteThis is such an amazing post and I’m so happy you shared all of this!
ReplyDeleteI relate to this post so much. These past few weeks and months have really allowed me to reconnect and love myself more. It's amazing and feels amazing.
ReplyDeleteIt sounds like you've had an insightful time during quarantine. I have as well! I've had more time to ponder over things that I didn't have time to think about before and I feel like it's changed me a lot as a person. This was definitely much needed <3
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely love this post because I think it's important for us to love ourselves, but I also think you make such a great point that we can only control our own actions and thoughts. No one else's, and sometimes this is difficult but I just need to move past it.
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ReplyDeleteFalling in love with ourselves is not selfishness or narcissism, but only arriving at the awareness of how happy we can be by accepting ourselves for what we are.
I am loving the positivity in this post! Falling in love with ourselves makes for happier days, that's for sure. I'm so happy for you that you've reached this place in your life! xo
ReplyDeleteI owe no one any explanation!!! I can't agree more, love it!!! You're accountable to only yourself.
ReplyDeleteThis is so great to hear. I love that you're doing such emotional growth during quarantine!
ReplyDeleteThere really is a lot to be grateful for. And no, I simply cannot believe how fast June got here this year.
ReplyDeleteWell said as we cannot control other but only our thoughts. There is no need to care or get upset if we receive negative comments.
ReplyDeleteIt's nice to know that you feel comfortable about yourself. - Dan "Jay" Reyes
ReplyDeleteYES GIRL! this is so important. i think this quarantine has made us learn a lot about ourselves in a good way!
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It sounds like you're in a good, strong place right now which is so inspiring for many. Isolation has been such a tough time for so many. I'm in NY and it has been a struggle many days but I think for the most part, I've held up well and to see the state slowly reopening has been a great relief in many ways for me. You look great! Thank you for sharing your thoughts.
ReplyDelete12 weeks, wow. It's been 8 weeks for me. Nice to hear that you're enjoying your alone time. I'm in a very good place as well. Side note -- I'm digging those curtain rods.
ReplyDeletesuch a great, thought provoking post
ReplyDeleteIt is nice to read some positivity in these times. I am seriously at the end of my rope with all that has been going on. The trump election and all that insued, the rise of the alt right, the murders of unarmed black men, the pandemic, people refusing to wear masks, demonizing all white women calling them "Karens" the non stop rage and anger in the U.S. is palpable. And then to be holed up on top it is really challenging.
ReplyDeleteI wish I could take a joy pill to escape from it for a bit...
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This is such a great self reflection post. It's so important for people to remember to love themselves!
ReplyDeleteYou've spent more time in lockdown than anyone I've known! Kudos to you for sticking it out for this long.
ReplyDeleteThis is so important, I think you have a great outlook on everything. It's been hard staying in and isolating, but I do think it's given me a lot of time to self-reflect and prioritize, which has been good for me. Xx.
ReplyDeleteThat's so great you have come to like yourself during this time. I know it's been hard for a lot of people. But good to know something good came out of all of this.
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It's great to see that you have found a positive from the lockdown experience
ReplyDeleteIts wonderful you took this time for self-growth. I think a lot of us had more time to slow down and really think about the people we are and who we want to be as we move forward. Love your positivity!
ReplyDeleteThis is so great! Quarantine has definitely been an introspective time. It's nice to see someone looking at quarantine as a positive experience.
ReplyDeleteThese past few months have been the perfect time for self reflection and personal growth. Love how positive you are about the situation!
ReplyDeleteYou look great and it's so true. The pandemic has given us this gift at least.
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