A Valentine's Day talk about self-love that starts with loneliness and joy, then argues that true self-love comes from how you treat yourself, not external validation. The shift: stop saying "I suck" and start seeing mistakes as growth. Happiness radiates outward from kindness toward yourself.
Hello, happy Valentine's Day. As I sit here tonight on Valentine's Day, I think about those of you who may feel like it's a lonely holiday. To that, I say, I'm with you. Others may see it as the best day ever, and to that, I say, I'm with you too. Someone once asked me in a post— actually, it was yesterday. I've never experienced Halloween Valentines or any of the sort. What's it like to go on a Valentine? It's whatever you make love to be. It could be shared with family, friends, a partner, or even a stranger. The main theme is love. Not just loving others, but most importantly, loving yourself. And that's the thing about love. It starts from within. We typically look to external things, whether it's relationships, gifts, or grand gestures, to feel loved. But true self-love isn't found in material things; it comes from how we treat ourselves. Everything begins inwardly, and the happiness we feel from the material possessions is simply a reflection of our internal state. Have you ever thought about what self-love actually entails? It starts with shifting your mindset, changing. I suck, to I can do better next time. The way we think directly influences our actions, and if we convince ourselves we're not capable, we will inevitably underperform. Self-love also means practicing self-compassion, like treating yourself with kindness instead of harsh criticism when you make mistakes. Rather than dwelling on failures, we see them as opportunities to grow and learn. After all, none of us are perfect. Name a single person who hasn't made a mistake. True self-love isn't about striving for perfection, but about embracing who you are while continuously working to become a better version of yourself. Happy Valentine's Day!
