Self Care- What If It's Not About You? (Part 2)

In his book, Your Life is Your Message, Eknath Easwaran talks about the importance of your quality of life and the ripple effect beyond your self-focus. The quality of you life ultimately benefits others.

"People absorb something deep below the conscious level when they see a man who is at peace with himself."

As we focus on enhancing the quality of our own lives, of becoming who we are meant to be, we are beginning to contribute to improved quality of life for all. Of course, this could be misinterpreted to give people permission to pursue hedonistic comforts and ego-driven self absorption. That's clearly not the message. Think about it - When you authentically focus on "becoming your true self" (harmony with self) that is a spiritual revolution. That does lead to peace, prosperity and the pursuit of happiness for all.

In a recent coaching session, my client Marge came to some eye-opening insights about Fun. Decades of conditioning created limiting beliefs such as "Fun should come after the significant work is done." Or "Fun is selfish and irresponsible." Marge wanted to stretch to see how making fun a higher priority could be the opposite of selfish - how filling her own well creates brighter energy and thus fuels her capacity to BE a more compassionate, generous, creative contributor to the rest of us.

Your Next Step:

What are your potentially limiting beliefs about self care being selfish?

What are your potentially limiting beliefs about enjoying life and the value of fun?

What could be a new perspective (that would lead to positive shifts for you and how you show up in the World)?

Consider your personal example and the energy you radiate. The tangible choices and actions you're inspired to do (because you're evolving to be more in sync with your true spirit) are all relevant ways that you become a positive contributor.

~ Marian Baker ~