Self-Love

Many people are struggling with self-love. Do not feel lonely, because I, too, have been struggling with self love. Yes, it's true that some days are darker than the others, but it does not mean that the sun will never come out again. Therefore, I will turn this post into an open letter to everyone who has been struggling with self-love. 

There will be days when you are just sitting there at the rock bottom and pick up every flaws that you have, and that is okay. There will also days when you just shine brighter than the sun, feeling good about yourself, and that is also okay. We are not forced to become emotionless. We are allowed to feel, and that is part of being human. Self-love does not come from other people's assurance or compliments. It comes from yourself. It comes from your ability to see and embrace the positives, but also allowing yourself to listen and accept the negatives. 

You may not like every part of you, whether it is your looks, personality, or body. And that is okay. We are human beings and we keep on changing, and transforming. Whether we are having a 2 steps forward or a 10 steps backward, as long as you are feeding yourself with self-love along the journey, there is nothing wrong with changes. 

Appreciate yourself more, because a progress is still a progress, whether it is big or small. A progress is never linear, and there is nothing wrong in falling down during the journey. Keep on loving yourself, and stop putting the blame on yourself. Do not forget to reward your small victories. 

Follow your heart, and your feelings. You may not know how successful you will be in the next 5 years, what car will you drive, where will you live, and what will you do, and that is okay. But remember to always listen to your own heart and trust your own abilities and decisions, because nobody knows you better than yourself. Wake up everyday with a purpose, and strive hard to reach your dreams. 

And the most difficult thing is, forgive yourself. Learn to forgive yourself, without regret, without failure, during the good, and the bad times. We are human and we make mistakes. Remember that failure is also a part of growing up.

Loving yourself can be difficult sometimes. Or maybe, most of the time. Nevertheless, keep your chin up and keep on rising. It is always okay to be yourself fully. Nothing in this world is permanent, and it takes time to see the beauty in changes. Develop your goal and purpose, and don't forget to live yourself to the fullest. 

Lastly, always remember this cliché sayings: Life is too short to spend another war with yourself. 

Therefore, from now on, smile more, laugh more, do not overthink, and start living your life fully :)

**P.S: Writing this is a bit difficult for me because of the emotions that I felt, and as I am writing, I feel like I am pointing at myself. However, it is always nice to remind everyone who has the same struggles as me that they are not alone, and let me make this post as a reminder for myself, and for all of you who are feeling the same way as I am :)