3709: Let's Bust 6 Self-Care Myths AND Imperfect Meditation: Not Everything Has to Be Perfect by Emma McLaren of GetMyrth

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Episode 3709:

Emma McLaren reminds us that real self-care isn’t about indulgence or perfection, it’s about consistency, self-respect, and meeting your actual needs, even when it’s uncomfortable. From debunking common myths about self-care to embracing imperfection in meditation, her message offers a compassionate reframe: taking care of yourself isn’t selfish or extravagant, it’s essential and deeply human.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.getmyrth.com/myrthblog/self-care-myth-busting & https://www.getmyrth.com/myrthblog/imperfect-meditation-stick-to-your-own-schedule

Quotes to ponder:

"You can’t pour water from an empty cup."

"Just because you don’t feel like doing it doesn’t mean you shouldn’t do it if, in the long run, you’ll feel better once it’s done."

"Perfectionism is often a sign that you’re judging yourself too harshly and have an exaggerated sense of your own shortcomings."

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