What About Me?

"What about me?" An effortless thought as a child. Children have no problem putting themselves first. Something happens as we grow up. We learn to put others before us. We learn to tend to others needs before our own. Living a life of selflessness is honorable and commendable. Thinking of the other persons feelings is what sets us apart in the animal kingdom. We have the ability to express concern, empathy, and charity toward our fellow humans. And we are better poeple for it.

But you must think of yourself. Never taking time for just you is not healthy. We have to put ourselves first some times. Constantly neglecting ourselves doesn't allow us to give our full sleves to the World. We become miserable and can't figure out why. We know we should feel happy, but nothing sparks us. Parents often make the mistake of always putting the children before themselves. Then after some time they begin to feel empty inside. The children can sense it too, and soon the whole family is a bit off kilter.

The best gift you can give to others is to love yourself on a daily basis. Treat yourself well and take the time to make YOU happy too. We project much more positive vibes if we are content within our own self. So many people forget themselves along the way. They become lost in this giant World of ours. Work, family, friends, neighbors consume all of their time, leaving them with nothing for themselves.

So this week do at least one thing every day that makes you happy. Even if you can only squeeze in a few minutes, those minutes are pretious, use them only for YOU. Your contribution to this life is what you can bring from within. Being healthy and happy on the inside reflects in everything you do. Love yourself and the ones you love will thank you for it.