Affirming Ourselves (With a Text Message!)

Full disclosure here- this is a text I sent to myself. 😅 here’s the backstory:

I wanted to send this text to my husband, and noticed right before I sent it that I was about to send it to myself by mistake, instead of him. I was about to change the “recipient” to him...when I had the thought- why don’t I send this to myself? When was the last time I sent myself a message (text or otherwise) that I’m checking in, saying hi, and by the way- I love you?

Well the answer for me is I’ve never sent myself a text message like this before. It’s never occurred to me to do this on my phone. But, why not? And, what better use for our phones?

It’s playful and silly- but hits upon a hard truth. We need to affirm to ourselves FIRST and foremost that we love- deeply- who we are. We need to make a conscious effort to do this too, because let’s get real— life is busy and we often get caught in the whirlwind and forget to practice these render acts of self-affirmation.

We get so caught up in the hustle and bustle of our lives. Our jobs, school, family, friends. We check in on them (and they love it when we do!) why don’t we consciously check in on ourselves? Give ourselves these reminders that the other people in our lives benefit so much from.

I have to say- sending this note to myself felt pretty good. Maybe give it a try. Get in touch with your silly playful side and send yourself something. I would love if you shared your ideas below!!

Have a beautiful day, friends!

Leah 💗