How to look good naked

What do you admire most about yourself?

As I flicked through the TV the other evening, the Gok Wan show ‘How to look good naked’ caught my eye. I don’t watch TV often but really admire the work he does.

A lovely lady who was wheelchair bound was the focus of the show, when asked what she thinks her best features or qualities are, she couldn’t find an answer. There wasn’t one thing she liked about herself and eventually replied with ‘nothing at all’.

I really couldn’t believe my eyes or ears, here was a lady with so much to offer, attractive, independent, raising her son on her own and adored by a large group of friends. Yet she couldn’t see anything positive about herself.

I started to wonder how many people out there had similar beliefs and thoughts. It made such an impression on me that I decided to put pen to paper (or thoughts to blog!)

So lets start by admiring who we are. What would you say are your best qualities? What makes you unique and admired by others? What’s your best feature when you look in the mirror? A long list should be appearing before you. If not some work needs to be done!

It’s important to remind yourself of how special you are and acknowledge your own uniqueness.

In saying that, there are days when we have the ‘negative self talk’ or beat ourselves up for something we’ve done or said. The more we get in the mindset of being positive about ourselves, the less we start to notice the negative stuff.

After all if we feel great about who we are, then no doubt others will pick up the vibes and feel it too! So be extra nice to yourself this week and pay yourself as many compliments as you can.

Then, you will notice how good you look naked.

Me, myself and I

How often do we put ourselves first?

Last week I went to an inspiring workshop called 'Remember Me' where we spent the evening totally focussed on ourselves. It was thought provoking and a nice reminder of considering our own needs as much as others.

So the following day I took myself out to coffee, wrote down all my achievements for the past few weeks and why I am proud to be 'me'. Once I got 'pen' to paper I couldn't stop. It was uplifting and a rewarding experience.

I walked away with a new stride in my step and a fuzzy feeling of contentment.

Often we rely on others to give us positive feedback when actually we can receive it from ourselves quite easily. It wasn't hard to do. It was actually like spending time with your own 'best friend'.

That same evening, I started a Tai Chi class. It had been one of those things on my 'To Do' list for about a year. Another opportunity to take time out for 'remembering oneself'.

I figured at the end of the day, the more we do for ourselves the more we can 'give' to otherselves. And the very next day, all my loved ones got the benefit of me at my 'best'.

So how can you remember yourself today? Remember, you deserve it!

Make 2010 a year to remember

How can you make 2010 one to remember!

Is there anything sitting on your 'To Do List' since last year? It doesn't have to be anything drastic, just maybe a small change or goal you set yourself that could make all the difference to your daily life.

I have promised myself in 2010 to make more time for myself and not feel guilty about it. Starting up a business (& moving country!) made me realise how easy it is to get absorbed and forget about your own needs.

I made a positive start last week by going to a yoga class not only once but twice in one week. I almost skipped afterwards because I felt so happy and in control again! I even met some inspiring people after the class so the experience went beyond my expectations and by the weekend I wasn't lacking in energy.

It's quite easy to put off doing something until tomorrow so take action and make things happen for yourself. Put yourself back in the driving seat. You will feel great afterwards!