Card of the Week: Compassion

My dear friend. You are such a loving and caring person. You give so much to others, leaving very little for yourself. We are taught in this culture (especially as women) that this is what we must do, but this couldn't be further from the truth. We aren't meant to always be the giver and never the recipient. We're not supposed to always be pouring from an empty vessel.

The Angels this week are reminding you to take a step back and to turn the kindness that you are so good at giving to others inward to yourself. The world won't collapse. The respite won't divide - in fact, it will do just the opposite by restoring and bringing people closer. When we model taking care of ourselves, we do so not only for ourselves, but for others who are watching. Take a moment each day this week to show yourself compassion - spend 5 extra minutes in the shower, hit the snooze button, take a walk, do a 5 minute breathing meditation. Self compassion doesn't need to be some long, drawn out process, and it might feel strange at first, but the more you practice the more natural it will feel. It will serve you well in all areas of your life - home, family, and work.

So, we're curious - in what ways will you show yourself compassion this week? Let us know in the comments below...and know that we're cheering you on every step of the way. :)

Deck: Angel Guide Oracle by Kyle Gray