"Err on the side of kindness and generosity as often as possible. People often hear that and think it means "be nice to others," which is certainly true. But the most powerful thing we can do is be kind to ourselves. And that runs much deeper than it might sound at first. It's about listening to yourself. It's about trusting yourself. It's about believing in yourself."
"I say this over and over again in my work asDear Sugar: So many letter writers, what they're saying to us is, "I know this is the right thing," or "I know this is the wrong thing." But they're afraid to trust themselves, so they write to us, and we say, "Yes, you're right. This is completely wrong. You deserve better in this relationship. You need to make a change," or we say, "You're doing OK.""
Prioritize kindness and generosity, especially toward oneself. Being kind to oneself means listening to inner knowing, trusting personal judgment, and believing in self-worth. Self-kindness includes accepting that one deserves love and the opportunity to pursue happiness. Many people already sense what is right or wrong in their situations but hesitate to trust their instincts. Fear of trusting oneself often leads to seeking external validation instead of acting on clear internal guidance. Affirming self-trust can enable necessary changes and provide permission to choose healthier relationships and life directions.
Read at Slate Magazine
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