Self-Care September

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I found this month's calendar on the Action for Happiness web site. Here's what they suggest we do during the first week of September.  Since I'm three days late posting this, I'll add three more days for us.

September 1
~ Remember that self-care is not selfish.  It's essential.
September 2
~ Talk to yourself like you would to someone you love.
September 3
~ Free up time in your diary by cancelling any unnecessary plans.
September 4
~ Forgive yourself when things go wrong.  We all make mistakes.
September 5
~ Notice what you are feeling today, without any judgment.
September 6
~ Remember it's okay not to be okay.  We all have difficult days.
September 7
~ Plan a fun or relaxing activity this weekend and make time for it.
September 8
~ Remind yourself that you are loved and worthy of love.
September 9
~ Avoid saying "I ought to" or "I should" to yourself.
September 10
~ Give yourself permission to say "No" to requests from others.

"Self-care is not selfish.  You   

can't pour from an empty cup."