Say Yes to Self-Approval!

I’ve been on this self-love journey for a few years now, and I’m finding that there is always more to learn. What I’ve been unfolding lately is the complex subject of approval-seeking. One of my self-love affirmations is “I love and approve of myself.” The “approve” part is coming into focus.

During a recent discussion with a friend, I found myself offering some advice that pointed to how my experience of approval and validation has shifted. He was looking to be more mindful in his eating habi...