I Thought Taking Care of Myself Was Selfish -- My Dad Changed My Mind

FREE Two-Week Progress Tracker https://growing-again.kit.com/3335c334c7 I used to believe that taking care of myself was selfish. That doing something just for me meant I was taking something away from someone else. My dad asked me two questions over 40 years ago that changed how I see this — and those questions still guide me today at 67. In this video, I'm sharing how my thinking shifted when I finally stopped feeling guilty about putting myself first. I had more energy to give. I was accomplishing more. And I started showing up as the person I actually want to be. If you've ever felt guilty for taking a walk when there's work to do, or sitting down with a cup of tea instead of answering one more thing — this one's for you. Chapters: 0:00 - Intro -- For years I felt guilty for taking time for myself 0:45 - Story -- I was a new young mother trying to lose the baby weight 1:15 - Guilt kept me from being consistent 2:00 - I have never forgotten the two questions my dad asked me 2:50 - Taking care of my 3 yr old granddaughter was exhausting 4:00 - The activity isn't the point -- The outcome is 5:00 - I brought a better version of self back to those I love 5:20 - Putting self last is not what love looks like 6:15 - Ask yourself -- Do you show up better when you take care of self 6:40 - The most generous thing we can do for those we love A Few of My Favorite Things https://amzn.to/4vx1aVO Asics Walking Shoes https://amzn.to/49I2ugd Denim Skirt https://amzn.to/3Q414pK 3/4 Sleeve Tee https://amzn.to/4etm4zm 3/4 Sleeve V-neck https://amzn.to/4xiAEBu STQ Lace ups As an Amazon Affiliate, I get a small commission if you use these links with no additional charge to you. Thank you! #SelfCare #WomenOver60 #GrowingAgain #StartingOver #SimpleLiving #SelfCareNotSelfish