In a world where we’re constantly being marketed to buy this, try that supplement, or use this exercise routine to look cooler, smarter, more muscular, more desirable, etc., it’s no wonder we have a hard time accepting ourselves! Here’s a few ways you can learn to love yourself and the many benefits that self-acceptance can have in your life.

Well, honestly, conscious living is a lot like mindfulness. Loving consciously means being fully aware and present in the current moment while paying attention to your thoughts, feelings, and surroundings. It involves being intentional about your actions, thoughts, and decisions, and taking responsibility for your choices.

When we think about self-esteem, many different things may come to mind about what self-esteem is: self-confidence, self-respect, pride, dignity, self-love. But often times, we also have different emotions that arise with the thoughts. If thinking about self-esteem brings up negative emotions for you, this post may help.