SIX STEPS TO
e v o l self
BY SAM & JORDI WOODS
“Self love” is such a broad term. It can be how we feel about ourself, what we do for ourself, how we hold ourself, and the value we put on ourself. Self Love is defined as “a state of appreciation for oneself that grows from actions that support our physical, psychological and spiritual growth.” [Brain & Behaviour Research Foundation] We are here to tell you that there is an opportunity for EVERYONE to experience self love and learn how to make it part of your everyday life, no matter where your confidence and/or self value levels are currently at. As stylists and image coaches we have seen how the effect of self love can positively impact a person and simultaneously all of those around them. We are very much advocates for the belief that there is nothing selfish about self love and there is nothing vain about being confident in your own skin and how you choose to project yourself to the outside world.
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WHY DO WE STAND BY THIS? Firstly, if you don’t love and care for yourself and take responsibility for your nstagram.com/vibrantcon-
mental, emotional and physical health why should you expect anyone else to? Secondly, you can’t give what you don’t have! By this we mean if your “cup is empty” or you are not filling yourself with “self love” then you don’t have as much to give to others. This is where humans can start to become exhausted – physically and mentally – resentful in some cases and generally projecting a less than loving vibe around them. As stylists, the one thing we wish (and hope we can help with) is that more people are able to gain the confidence to be comfortable in their own skin and embrace themselves wholeheartedly. Ultimately, we want everyone to acknowledge and accept they are worthy of self care, self love, self respect and self confidence. We know everyone has their hang ups (we do too!) hence we have created this “Six Steps To Self Love” checklist for you to ensure you feel confident no
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O N T H E C OA S T – FAM ILIES
matter your age, lifestyle, size, gender or budget. These six steps can be adapted to everyone in the household, so why don’t you all start on a “self love” journey together as a family!? SIX STEPS TO SELF LOVE Stop comparing yourself to ANYONE, even who you USE TO BE. Live in the moment, accept where you are, what you have and only focus on you! Each morning wake up and say a positive affirmation to yourself. “Today I am thankful to my body for…..”, “five things that make me
