A Love Letter to yourself
It needs to start with you.
To help others, first you need to help yourself.
Writing a Love Letter to yourself is a wonderful act of self-care and self-affirmation.
Here are some ideas to get you started.
1. Space to think.
Find an hour and a calm, quiet space where you can think and write without distractions.
2. Start with a kind hello.
Begin the letter as you would any Love Letter, what’s a term of endearment you’d use for yourself.
3. No one is you, that’s your super power.
Think about your strengths, talents, and characteristics that you admire. Write them down as if you’re complimenting a loved one.
4. Celebrate your growth.
Remember the challenges you’ve faced, the growth you’ve achieved, and how far you’ve come. Recognise your resilience and determination.
5. Forgiveness and understanding.
We all make mistakes. Use this letter to offer to acknowledge these to forgive yourself, recognise how they’ve been part of your journey and helped you grow.
6. Hopes and dreams.
Share your wishes for your future self.
Encourage yourself to keep chasing those dreams.
7. Be open.
Just like a love letter to someone else, honesty is key.
Let your words flow from the heart.
8. Affirmations of love.
Reiterate your love for yourself and remind yourself of your worthiness.
You deserve love, happiness, and all the good things in life.
9. It’s all in the details.
Use beautiful stationery or a special notebook. The tactile experience can make the letter even more special.
10. Remind, seal or send.
Once you’re done, seal the letter in an envelope.
You could keep it near your bed or desk where you can see it everyday.
Or you store it for a future date, and revisit it whenever you need a boost of self-love.
Or you could ask a friend to post it to you in 12 weeks time, so you get the chance to experience it like a letter from a loved one.
11. Make it a ritual.
Consider writing Love Letters to yourself more —maybe every year on your birthday or during challenging times—to remind yourself of your worth and evolution.
And finally.
Remember this is a letter to celebrate and honour you.
Let your words flow freely without judgment.
Your letter should be a reflection of you.
Make it as unique as you are.
Confidence starts with self belief.
When you feel confident, you can help build up confidence in other.
This is the start of my Love Letters project.
It starts with you.