During my morning walk, I listen to a podcast. Enabling me to continue improving my mindset, and aligns my intentions. This go-round, I listened to On Purpose with Jay Shetty, the interview with Big Sean. Big Sean dropped a gem- self-care isn’t selfish, and gratitude feeds growth. If both were currency, how much would someone have? Immediately, I thought about my emergency account:
- Do I have self-care and gratitude currency in my emergency account?
- Is it an adequate amount to tap into on days when I need it most?
Consequently, a few years ago, the funds were insufficient in my self-care and gratitude emergency account.
I prioritized everything or everyone else’s needs before my own.
I felt like I’d lost pieces of my person in the midst. The ripple effect was how I felt about myself. More so as my body was changing. My temper was shorter. Knowing this, I found what works for me through trial and error. It has taken me time to define self-care that works for me and is personal. Taken several years for me not to feel guilty for investing in myself-my self-care or gratitude for the things in my life. I was so busy in the hustle. Rarely, did I take time to be grateful for waking up and being able.
The moments I took for myself, the house didn’t burn down. My teenage son was still okay.
Yes, girl! I’ve had these affirmations notifications for about three years now. I need them. I no longer have self-care and gratitude insufficient funds. There are days when my time is limited. There are days when I just don’t have in me, but I have my affirmations to remind me that I am worth it. Despite the limitation, my wealth begins with me.
Indeed, thankfulness for another day is a gift that keeps giving, whether it’s a good day or a not-so-good day. Appreciation for being able is also based on my definition. Filling my self-care and gratitude account.
In fact, my gratitude journey started with affirmation notifications. The notifications begin each day at 6:45 am and end at 9:30 pm:
- 6:45 am- I put on my armor. I’m reminded that the armor of God is my everything.
- 8:00 am- I’m breaking chains. I remind myself that fear isn’t stagnant but dynamic, and I am okay.
- 10 am- Be positive. I am the apple of His eye.
- 1 pm- I am unique. I’m fearfully and wonderfully made. Please indulge me as I elaborate; I needed this one SO badly. I battled with self-criticism and comparison. It was sometimes very debilitating because I didn’t see myself as worthy.
- 3 pm- Trust and understanding. Usually, I’ve encountered a challenging situation or two by this time. I had a friend who shared Proverbs 9:6 with me, and I say it aloud every day.
- 5 pm- Peace. The peace I seek comes from God, not the world. Kaleb is doing homework, so I’m seeking patience, too (lol).
- 7 pm- Wisdom. Proverbs 19:8. Love me.
- 9:30pm- Intentions. I commit my plans to God.
I hope reading this post inspires you to do the same!