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How to be your own best friend

How to be your own best friend, self-development for women

Safety instructions on the plane always state that you should secure your own oxygen mask before helping others. Even children! The welfare of those around you relies on your well-being also. This is why you must prioritise taking care of yourself first before you can assist others the best you can. Let’s explore how to be your own best friend. Self-love is a verb We live in a society that rewards deeply self-centred, outgoing, extraverted, result-driven attributes. Nevertheless, we are reproached for exhibiting a touch more self-care and setting our boundaries as if such conduct is a bad thing. I’m sure we all feel a sense of guilt (even if only slightly) when declining a friend or family member's request in favour of...

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5 ways to set your boundaries for better life

How to set relationship boundaries for respect

Relationship boundaries may appear as high walls built around a person to some, a means of creating distance. Some might even see them as selfish, inflexible, or uncooperative. Nevertheless, boundaries safeguard what is sacred to you and promote self-respect, while also encouraging others to respect you in return. No matter if the relationships in question are between you and others, or the relationship with yourself. Why is it important? Firstly, personal limits serve as your initial line of defence with the world: work, acquaintances, family, friends, and partners. Moreover, they protect your time and maintain a feeling of authentic sense of comfort. We desire others to appreciate us and respect our time, and setting relationship boundaries is a way to attain this. By...

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