Self-Care Isn't Selfish

I am currently in a season of self discovery and self care. I often times tend to feel burn out and frustrated and then the Lord had to remind me that it is important for me to take care of my body. Our bodies are God's temple and so we must take care of it. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 states that, "Or do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit within you, whom you have from God? You are not your own, for you were bought with a price. So glorify God in your body."

In this new year, I am paying it forward by taking care of myself in every way. I am focusing on my Mental, Spiritual and Physical health. I am learning that if I don't love myself then I cannot show love and be my brother's keeper.

Here are some ways that you can take of your Mental and Spiritual Health:

You can read the Word daily and remind yourself about who God says you are
You can pray to God daily and include Him in all areas of your life and before you make hard decisions
You can establish different times for fasting- fasting draws you closer to God and also gives you a quicker breakthrough for some prayer requests
You can use Biblical affirmations
You can speak to a Christian therapist or Christian counsellor
You can try journaling your thoughts to God - I have a few journals that I have and as I read them, I appreciate the journey that I have endured as God wants us to go from glory to glory.
You can try getting out of the house or doing activities that you enjoy- I love going to the nearby Beach park as there is something about nature that relaxes me.

Here are some ways you can take of your Physical Health:

Keep yourself hydrated daily- it's best to have a BPA water bottle around at all times
Try to eat a balanced meal daily with fruits and vegetables
Get an annual check up at the doctor
You can try exercising for 30 minutes daily or try going to the gym
You can ensure that you take care of your hair and nails - you can opt to go the salon or you can try doing it at home.
You can ensure that you are taking your multi vitamins

You cannot pour from an empty cup. You have to take care of yourself first. Your body is God's temple and as such we should take care of it. When you do this, you can show your child or children the love they deserve.

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