I am worth loving. I do not have to earn love. I am lovable because I exist. Others reflect the love I have for myself.
Interpretation
Self-love is inherent; you don't need to earn it.
In this quote, Louise Hay emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's inherent worth and the value of self-love. She suggests that love is not something that must be earned through actions or achievements, but rather is a fundamental aspect of existence. This self-acceptance leads to healthier relationships, as the love we show ourselves is mirrored back to us by others. By acknowledging our own lovability, we foster a positive self-image that attracts and reflects love from those around us.
In practice
During a self-help workshop to emphasize the importance of self-worth.
Be grateful for what you do have, and you will find it increases. I like to bless with love all that is in my life right now-my home, the heat, water, light, telephone, furniture, plumbing, appliances, clothing, transportation, jobs-the money I do have, friends, my ability to see and feel and taste and touch and walk and to enjoy this incredible planet.
Deep at the center of my being there is an infinite well of gratitude. I now allow this gratitude to fill my heart, my body, my mind, my consciousness, my very being. This gratitude radiates out from me in all directions, touching everything in my world, and returns to me as more to be grateful for. The more gratitude I feel, the more I am aware that the supply is endless.
Be willing to stop punishing yourself for your mistakes. Love yourself for your willingness to learn and grow.
Would you really dig into yesterday's garbage to make tonight's meal? Do you dig into yesterday's mental garbage to create today's experiences?
Don't settle for anybody just to have someone. Set your standards. What kind of love do you want to attract? List the qualities you really want in the relationship. Develop those qualities in yourself and you will attract a person who has them.
You are not a helpless victim of your own thoughts, but rather a master of your own mind.
As I hope_x000D_ _x000D_ For quiet days, fair issue, and long life,_x000D_ _x000D_ With such love as 'tis now, the murkiest den,_x000D_ _x000D_ The most opportune place, the strong'st suggestion_x000D_ _x000D_ Our worser genius can, shall never melt_x000D_ _x000D_ Mine honour into lust, to take away_x000D_ _x000D_ The edge of that day's celebration,_x000D_ _x000D_ When I shall think or Phoebus' steeds are founder'd_x000D_ _x000D_ Or Night kept chain'd below.
I am bewitched with the rogue's company. If the rascal have not given me medicines to make me love him, I'll be hanged.
You changed the subject." "From what?" "The empty-headed girls who think you're sexy." "You know." "Know what?" "That I only have eyes for you.
It's a mistake to think that we have to be lovely to be loved by human beings or by God
There is love in me the likes of which you've never seen. There is rage in me the likes of which should never escape. If I am not satisfied int he one, I will indulge the other.
Those that embrace the entire universe with love, for the most part love nothing, but their narrow selves.
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