Self Love versus
Selfishness
Self Love and Selfishness are not the same. The “I have to love myself first” statement
as one attempts to steam roll or control another person is not the definition
of self love. There are many differences
between the two, one embraces others and themselves; the other excuses their
own behaviors while blaming others. In
the psychology industry, therapists have concluded that self-love is a
component that every human being requires whereas selfishness can be a
detriment to one’s mental health. With
that being said, becoming aware of the difference between self love and
selfishness can help you to determine whether you have a love for yourself. Do
you?
What is Self Love?
I think self love is nurturing & taking
responsibility for one’s self and continually looking within throughout life’s
journey. Are you feeling fulfilled? Are you happy with yourself and where you
are going in life? What’s your answer
when it comes to you? It is important to nurture your emotions and to take
pride in your achievements. Accomplishments are not just the awards, trophies,
degrees or social markers we acquire after working towards specific goals; they
are also the day to day moments. Each human is born with a set of unique
characteristics and traits exclusively for each of us. One beauty of that truth
is its affirmation that only YOU can be YOU.
With the help of internal validation, we are able to provide ourselves
with soothing comfort in the event of a detrimental occurrence or the
challenges of everyday life. Take on your responsibilities and claim the power
within you.
What is Selfishness?
In contrast to self love, selfishness is when someone doesn’t
take the feelings of others into account and often blames, instead of take
responsibility for their actions.
Individuals who experience selfishness may not have typical moral
boundaries or biased view about justice or fairness. There are many people in the world who suffer
from selfishness believing it is self love or self preservation. Not necessarily
on a conscious level, they believe that situations or people should serve them
because they are already mindful of others.
Unfortunately, selfishness can be a hazardous dis-ease that can exploit
other people that are in the circle of the offender. The behaviour of someone who is selfish can
potentially victimize others while believing it is an act of protection of
themselves.
Claim your victory and take control of your life. The
power is within you to love you and be the victor NOT THE VICTIM! Embrace your responsibility
and create you! It’s ALL up to YOU
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