When you prioritize self-care, you prioritize your physical and emotional well-being. Nowadays, we’re inundated with stressors. All around us there are things to worry about, too much to do, and not enough time. This leaves most of us feeling drained and burned out. I hope these 33 self-care quotes help inspire you to care for yourself in a way that rejuvenates you.
When I started putting my self-care first and foremost in my life, I noticed a radical change in how I felt. I felt like I had stopped abandoning myself.
Setting aside time to create space for simple self-care routines and practices has changed my life. I know that may sound cheesy, but it’s my truth. I hope it’s the truth for you too.
Today, I’m sharing self-care quotes to uplift and inspire you to care for yourself. You deserve it! I love uplifting quotes because words are powerful. They seem simple and sometimes we dismiss just how powerful words are.
Words can impact us negatively or positively. Just think about the last time someone said something negative to you. Now think about the last time someone said something inspiring or motivational. That is the power of words. Let the words in these quotes lift you to new highs and inspire your continued self-care journey.
1. “Caring for myself is not self-indulgence, it is self-preservation.” – Audre Lorde
2. “Self-care is how you take your power back.” – Lalah Delia
3. “You owe yourself the love that you so freely give to others.” – Anonymous
4.“Self-care means finding ways to be kind and caring to yourself” – Alicia Joy.
5. “Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live.” – Jim Rohn
6. “Take time to do what makes your soul happy.” – Anonymous
7. “Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including you.” – Anne Lamott
8. “Self-care is not a luxury, it’s a necessity.” – Anonymous
9.“Fall in love with taking care of yourself—mind, body, and spirit.” – Anonymous
10. “Self-care is giving the world the best of you, instead of what’s left of you.” – Katie Reed
11. “You can’t pour from an empty cup. Take care of yourself first.”– Anonymous
12. “Talk to yourself like you would to someone you love.” – Brené Brown
13. “Loving yourself isn’t vanity; it’s sanity.” – Katrina Mayer
14. “Sometimes the most productive thing you can do is relax.” – Mark Black
15. “Do something today that your future self will thank you for.” – Anonymous
16. “Your mind will answer most questions if you learn to relax and wait for the answer.” – William S. Burroughs
17. “The most powerful relationship you will ever have is the relationship with yourself.” – Steve Maraboli
18. “By taking care of myself I have so much more to offer the world than when I am running on empty.” – Ali Washington
19. “Self-care is taking all the pressures you are facing right now and deciding to which you will respond, and how.” – Imani Shola
20. “Self-care is not only about pampering, it’s about taking care of yourself emotionally, physically, and mentally.”
21. “When you recover or discover something that nourishes your soul, take care of yourself enough to make room for it in your life.” – Jean Shinoda Bolen
22. “It’s not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself, and to make your happiness a priority. It’s necessary.” – Mandy Hale
23. “Rest and self-care are so important. When you take time to replenish your spirit, it allows you to serve others from the overflow.” – Eleanor Brownn
24. “Self-compassion is simply giving the same kindness to ourselves that we would give to others.” – Christopher Germer
25. “Sometimes you have to stop worrying, wondering, and doubting. Have faith that things will work out, maybe not how you planned, but just how they’re meant to be.” – Anonymous
26. “Self-care isn’t always about bubble baths and chocolate cake. Sometimes it’s setting boundaries, saying no, and prioritizing rest.” – Anonymous
27. “Nourish yourself in a way that helps you blossom in the direction you want to go.” – Deborah Day
28. “Self-care is how you take your power back.” – Lalah Delia
29. “To love oneself is the beginning of a lifelong romance.” – Oscar Wilde
30. “Be kinder to yourself. And then let your kindness flood the world.” – Pema Chödrön
31. “You are worth the quiet moment. You are worth the deeper breath. You are worth the time it takes to slow down, be still, and rest.” – Anonymous
32. “The greatest act of courage is being and owning all of who you are. Without apology, without excuses, and without any masks to cover the truth of who you truly are.” – Anonymous
33. “Your work is to discover your world and then with all your heart give yourself to it.” – Buddha
34. “Self-care is giving yourself permission to take a break and acknowledge your own needs.” – Anonymous
Pin this to your favorite inspirational quotes board on Pinterest so you can come back to these self-care quotes whenever you want. It’s stressful out there. I hope these quotes help inspire your self care practices.
xo
Alicia Joy
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