The path of Self-Love

With the growth of social media, our desire to get approved by others has grown too. The platforms introduced as a medium for people to share their happiness with their loved ones, are now being used to seek validation. We post a picture and let the number of likes decide our worth.


Being loved has become so important to us that even the slightest idea of someone not liking us affects us deeply. This virtual method of deciding our worth needs to end. It is important to understand that self-love and valuing oneself needs to be paid attention to. Just like happiness, love is also infectious. You can spread love only if you have it within you. A person filled with negative thoughts and hatred for himself will always try to demean others. He is like a snake who will always spread venom.
God has created every person in a unique way. Each one of us has his/her own flaws. We need to accept our flaws and love ourselves just the way we are. The urge to be like someone else is toxic and will gain you nothing. In your attempts to be better than the other person, you will end up losing yourself. Nothing is more beautiful than being true to oneself.
Instead of searching for someone else to love you, learn to love yourself. Be confident of your own being and treat yourself the way you deserve to be treated. Be your own soulmate. Appreciate your existence and instead of seeking it outside, find the love within your heart. Compliment yourself, take your own care and feel beautiful irrespective of the number of love reacts on your profile picture!

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