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 Taking Care Of Yourself 

Taking Care Of Yourself

Latest Taking Care Of Yourself Articles

This Is For When You Need A Good Cry

This Is For When You Need A Good Cry

Jacqueline Whitney Jacqueline Whitney
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You will find peace.

10 Affirmations For The Girl Who Vows To Stop People-Pleasing

10 Affirmations For The Girl Who Vows To Stop People-Pleasing

Mackenzie Mickavicz Mackenzie Mickavicz
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I vow to no longer feel responsible for the feelings of others.

My Soul Is Closed For Maintenance: On The Importance Of Self-Care

My Soul Is Closed For Maintenance: On The Importance Of Self-Care

Heather J. Macon Heather J. Macon
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I’ve taken my services off the shelf, I am no longer marking my time as a “clearance” item and I am definitely returning all items described as other people’s “mess.” 

12 Of The Easiest But Best Little Things You Can Do For Self-Care

12 Of The Easiest But Best Little Things You Can Do For Self-Care

Liza Varvogli Liza Varvogli
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Remember you need to remain always polite and civilized, but nonetheless speak the truth.

I’m Slowly Learning That If I Keep Trying To Save Everyone Else I’ll Lose Myself

I’m Slowly Learning That If I Keep Trying To Save Everyone Else I’ll Lose Myself

Lacey Ramburger Lacey Ramburger
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I am slowly learning that my needs matter, too.

10 Ways To Intentionally Practice Self-Love In Your Everyday Life

10 Ways To Intentionally Practice Self-Love In Your Everyday Life

Bria Barrows Bria Barrows
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You deserve self-love and you and I both will eventually get there.

30 Little Ways To Make Yourself Your Number One Priority

30 Little Ways To Make Yourself Your Number One Priority

Amy Horton Amy Horton
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Breathe. Seriously. Just breathe.

3 Ways To Stay Grounded When Life Happens All at Once

3 Ways To Stay Grounded When Life Happens All at Once

Betsy Wendorff Betsy Wendorff
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Remind yourself to breathe, and take that small instant for yourself.

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