It's been a long while since I last uploaded an episode for you guys, but I hope you're all doing well.

This episode is my proof of life, having been MIA and just being so busy these past 2-3 months. Also, this is a sort of self-reflection now that I am celebrating yet another birthday. Cheers to another year of life!

Please listen to the episode as I expound more on these realizations/learnings. But here's the complete list, for your reference. Things I learned in life, thus far:
1. Life is short.
2. Let go of things you cannot control.
3. Be kind (to others and to yourself).
4. Celebrate small victories.
5. Be genuine in your interactions.
6. Be honest with yourself.
7. Stop comparing.
8. There's not always a correct answer.
9. Not every one needs to know your business.
10. Think before - you act, speak, click 😉
11. Help without expecting anything in return.
12. There's nothing wrong with asking for help.
13. Immerse yourself in the arts. -
14. In your quest for success, don't go walking over other people.
15. Stick it out. Stand by your decisions.
16. Stop obsessing over what-ifs and what could-bes.
17. If you think you're running out of options, think again. Maybe a change in perspective is what you need.
18. Let reading take you places.
19. It's okay to feel deeply.
20. Bad days are welcome.
21. Fail many times. Fail often. Learn as you go along.
22. It's okay to be ordinary. 💜
23. Invest in yourself. - health, education
24. Laugh from the heart.
25. We're all different, but not really.
26. Do not eat only to feel bad afterwards. Haha.
27. Embrace everything that you are.
28. Learning never stops.
29. Walk by faith. ✨
30. Don't be afraid to start over and start again.

Love and light,
Kristine

This episode springs from a realization I have had earlier today, and it's something I want to share with you in more detail.

I never really thought of the 5 love languages as in terms of self-care. In my mind, it's always directed outwards: for family, for friends, for others.

After reading the article (link down below), I can say I have, recently, done all (receiving gifts and quality time both at the top) except give myself words of affirmation. I don't know why that is exactly but, perhaps I'm just not used to it?

A friend once said to me that I easily give compliments—primarily voicing out what I find good and nice first, while others hurry to criticize. I didn't think much of it then. But now I realized these words of affirmation and encouragement—something so simple, something I allow myself to easily give to others—are things I rarely let myself have.

With this realization, I encourage you to encourage yourself.

I have also left FIVE important words of affirmation within this episode. A little something for you to listen to in case you haven't yet given yourself some words of encouragement today.

I really hope you enjoy this episode, and I'll see you again soon!

*This episode is also available on video. Check Kristine's Voice: The Podcast on Youtube & Facebook.

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Article link: https://www.blessingmanifesting.com/2017/02/5-self-love-languages.html?fbclid=IwAR02cxUcpSOXZRJDaED2XDl4uSe6uQiRTBFZ2NoZXAR108Y1LhYtfVSNS3U

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