(Picture found at http://www.lanc.org.uk/self-esteem/)
A lot of self esteem issues stem from boredom. Too much time on our hands to consider our flaws and mistakes. A hobby is a great way to fix that.
I have several hobbies to get me through my boredom. I enjoy going to the gym. I am there everyday with my kids, because they love the play area. Not only does it keep me busy, but it keeps me healthy.
(Picture found at https://www.pinterest.com/carrieparke/work-out-quotes/)
Studies have shown that the endorphins released during exercise help fight depression and stress. If you have self image issues, working out will build your confidence. They don't call it getting you bikini body ready for no reason.
Working out covers both the mental and physical issues. So for me, it is a win win.
If you are not the type to be found in the gym... maybe you are the one who only runs if a wild pack of zombies are chasing you... there are many other hobbies that bring happiness to the soul. Volunteering is a great choice.
(Picture found at http://nonprofitaction.org/volunteering/)
It has been shown that doing good for others brings a self gratification that reduces stress and anxiety, It is hard to hate yourself when everyone else loves you.
I do not want to push religion on anyone. That is not what my blog is all about. But if it is an option for some of you, then why not talk about it. Having a belief in a higher power has been proven to reduce depression. Psychology and religion do go hand and hand. Join a church. Be active in the church. There are so many group activities involved within a church that it is hard to not be busy.
(Picture found at https://growingpeopleframework.wordpress.com/tag/church-growth/)
I am sorry for such a short blog. But it is Sunday... and my Sunday's are spent with family. You will see what I mean in the task for day 4.
Keep the love and Find Yourself Beautiful!
-Ashlee
I have always had ill feelings toward my crooked smile. I made the decision to appreciate it better. I now appreciate that I have the ability to express my emotions with my mouth, that I have a lot of opportunities to share that emotion, which reminds me of how grateful I am for a husband that continually keeps me laughing and smiling. It was at this time during the process of coming to these conclusions that I got more compliments on my smile then ever before and it wasn't just "you have a beautiful smile", they went into detail about why they liked my smile. Whether it was because it was different, it reminded him or her of someone they admired or they loved how much I smiled.
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