“He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge.” -Psalm 91:4
I believe that God looks at us with kindness. Not in a wishy-washy way, just with sincere kindness. Depending on your personality type or the family system you grew up in, you may have more or less success in treating yourself with kindness.
In the coming week, commit to choosing two things to do for your own self care. Do these things for yourself with kindness. Not because you deserve them. Not because you are being indulgent. But instead, remembering that God loves each of us and desires for us to live healthy lives that include rest and rejuvenation.
Some self-care ideas:
- Soak your feet in warm water for 5 min
- Take a 20 min afternoon nap (If you have littles or someone you care for, take a nap when they are!)
- Buy or pick some flowers for you table or counter
- Sit down and enjoy a beautiful view
- Schedule a visit with a trusted friend
We would love to hear your everyday, healthy ways of incorporating rest into your life. Please feel free to share them in the comments below.
some comfort and joy 
I appreciate the scripture verse and am glad to say that I have picked two bouquets and spent quality time with a friend yesterday. I also got to experience the strawberry full moon last night.
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Susan thanks for sharing the ways you are practicing self care! I’m hoping to pick some flowers today too. Summer flowers are just wonderful.
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Thanks Gwen for these ideas. I hope to do all of them on vacation this week.
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Regina I hope you have a rejuvenating vacation!
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