nurturing yourself

In a world of “self-care” marketing at every turn, what does it mean to NURTURE yourself? I have been discovering that more and more lately, and from my experience- it has slowly gone from privilege to survival.

To be nurtured means to allow myself the freedom to be through every emotion and layer. To be stripped of every mask, force, and expectation. To release everything I’ve held onto throughout the day, every day. To celebrate what is rather than strive for what isn’t. To be grateful that my doubts and fears are merely protective mechanisms and not my enemies. To look at myself in the mirror without criticism and smile at my reflection with affection. To purely surrender.

& The best part? (No products necessary.)