Pouring Into Yourself: The Art of Loving Yourself First
The World Mirrors Your Inner State Think about life as if it’s a giant mirror. Whatever you feel deep inside—whether it’s love, joy, stress, or fear—gets reflected back at you through the people you meet and the situations you face. For example, when you notice others being cold or distant, it’s not necessarily because they’re “bad” people. Instead, it might be a sign to look within and ask, “Am I being cold to myself? Am I not giving myself enough love?” Here’s the magic: love isn’t something you have to “get” from others. It’s something you grow inside of you. When you’re full of love for yourself, it naturally spills out into the world around you. You stop needing others to fill that space because you’ve already taken care of it. Pouring Into Yourself: What Does It Even Mean? “Pouring into yourself” simply means filling your cup first. Imagine yourself as a jug of water. If you’re empty, how can you pour out anything for others? Taking care of yourself is not selfish—it’s essential....