A place to start to take ownership of our self-care practices, like any other activity we engage in, needs to be based on a deep belief that we are worthy of receiving care and taking time out.

When we feel we are present, we finally have a sense of awe, and many positive emotions flow, this cheerful mood suddenly uplifts our whole being, and we become real.

Optimism, from psychology, is understood as having an optimistic outlook on life. It is a positive attitude characterised by hopefulness, confidence, and resilience.

Grit is commonly defined as perseverance and passion for achieving long-term goals. It’s about staying focused on an aim despite challenges and setbacks.

Good self-esteem fosters self-confidence, and while they usually are paired, they are different; self-confidence is about trusting yourself, while self-esteem is about valuing yourself.

Accepting ourselves as being “imperfectly perfect” just the way we are, is finding beauty within ourselves, and while this can be challenging, it is not impossible.

Intentional living involves creating meaningful connections with others, committing to activities that bring joy or value to one’s life, and dedicating time to personal growth.

Ikigai’s deeper meaning is about living a fulfilled life by enacting your purpose and what you are meant to do in this world.