Straightforward self-care tips to get your inner peace back

Don’t worry, you’re at the right place and on right time!

Abeer Zahid
ILLUMINATION
3 min readFeb 9, 2023

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“Despite everything
I still thank the universe
For blessing me with you
As my first

If I could love you this much for this long
— And on my first try —
Then surely,

I could love someone else more
Far better,
Far longer.”
Dawn Lanuza, The Last Time I’ll Write About You

Photo by rachel on Unsplash

The art of being yourself

The best revenge is no revenge, move on, be happy!

  • Taking the high road and choosing not to engage in revenge can bring a sense of peace and empowerment.
  • Focus on being positive, your personal growth and self-improvement.

Life is too short to let loneliness drive you back to toxic people!

  • It’s important to remember that toxic people will only bring back the same negative experiences and hardships that led to the end of the relationship in the first place.
  • Toxic people can have a significant impact on one’s well-being, causing emotional pain, stress, and even trauma.

Real strength is choosing inner peace over “people pleasing” and chasing!

  • Leads to a constant state of anxiety, stress, and inner turmoil as we try to meet the expectations of others.
  • Real strength comes from having the courage to prioritize our own inner peace and well-being, even if it means rejecting the need to please others or chase after external validation.

Stop carrying old feelings into new experiences!

  • Prevents us from fully embracing and enjoying new opportunities.
  • It’s important to not let past emotions and experiences hold us back from fully enjoying and embracing new experiences.

Kindness matters because life is hard, and people have feelings!

  • A kind word, a warm smile, or a gesture of support can bring comfort and happiness to someone who is feeling down.
  • A power to boost people’s mood and self-esteem, which can have a positive impact on their mental and emotional well-being.
  • By being kind to others, we can help ease their struggles, bring joy and comfort to their lives, and make the world a better place.

Life is too short to think you’re unlovable because someone didn't know how to love you

  • It’s important to focus on your own self-worth and to believe that you deserve to be loved for who you are.
  • If you struggle with low self-esteem, consider seeking the help of a therapist who can provide guidance and support in overcoming these negative beliefs or seek support from your family or friends about it.

It's your turn to see your hard work finally pay off!

  • It’s exciting and rewarding to see the fruits of your hard work, can bring a sense of satisfaction and fulfillment, knowing that the time and effort you put in was worth it.
  • Brings recognition and validation from others, boosts your confidence and self-esteem, and make you feel proud of your accomplishments.

Forgive yourself for staying too long when you should’ve left!

  • Forgiving yourself means acknowledging your mistake, learning from it, and moving forward.
  • A very crucial step to take in personal growth and healing.
  • Stay focused on creating a brighter future for yourself.

Go laugh in places you have cried, change the narrative!

  • You’re changing the narrative and transforming your experience from one of sadness or pain to one of joy and laughter.
  • It can transform our experiences and find resilience and hope in even the toughest of times.
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