Loving Yourself in Midlife
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In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, let’s explore the significance of self-care and self-love, particularly during midlife. She clarifies that self-love is not about narcissism but about showing compassionate attention to oneself during a time of significant change. Dawn encourages listeners to accept and embrace their current selves without criticism, advocating for the power of starting each day with gratitude and positive affirmations.
Discover the acronym "LAZY" to spotlight habits to avoid during this stage of life and ask yourself "Why not me?" when faced with opportunities or challenges, reinforcing the idea that it's never too late to pursue new goals.
Timestamps:
0:00 - Intro
0:39 - What is self-care and self-love in midlife?
1:59 - 4 practical tips to loving yourself more
7:03 - The LAZY acronym
13:58 - 4 things that you need to do for your body every day
18:52 - Finding your “why” and “why not”
Quotations:
"Don't let the old woman get on the inside of you. Stay alert, stay attuned, and love your body with daily care."
"Drink water, eat real food, strengthen your body, and get adequate rest. These are the pillars of self-care."
"Start with why, but don’t forget to ask yourself, why not? Why not you? Why not now?"
"Your best days are not behind you. There's still purpose, growth, and joy ahead—embrace it!"
"You can reverse the effects of time by nurturing your body and mind daily. You are your own best steward."
Resources:
🎁 Join 1-on-1 coaching with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/coaching
📚 Get a copy of Dawn’s NEW book - The Making of a BraveHearted Woman: Courage, Confidence, and Vision in Midlife: https://amzn.to/491OnAt
📞 Book a FREE 15-minute strategy call with Dawn: https://www.braveheartedwoman.com/book-a-call
Connect with your BraveHeart Mentor, Dawn Damon:
💞 Email me at: dawn@braveheartmentor.com
💞 Website: https://braveheartedwoman.com/
💞 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bravehearted_woman
💞 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braveheartedwoman
💞 Podcast: https://the-bravehearted-woman.captivate.fm/listen
Download the full transcript here.
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