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If you want to start loving yourself but don’t know how to go about it, try these helpful tips.

End self-criticism – How often do you look at yourself in the mirror and say that you look fat, ugly or old? Stop criticizing yourself by keeping affirmations on Post-it notes on your mirror about all your positive qualities. Repeat them to yourself every day.

Let go of your ego – Your ego and the insecurities behind it are what cause you to be jealous, envious, fearful, angry and a host of other negative emotions. Don’t allow your ego to control your life and your relationships.

Acknowledge your accomplishments – Celebrate your own achievements, even if your only accomplishment is your effort. Many times just trying something new is worth acknowledgment and praise.

Forgive yourself – Often a feeling of low self-esteem or self-worth stems from hanging on to mistakes you’ve made in the past. Learn to forgive yourself. We are all flawed and have made many mistakes in life. Let go of the baggage and move forward.

Enjoy life – Relax, give yourself a break and have a little fun. You don’t need to always be a workaholic or a Supermom. Take a break for a little ”me” time to pay attention to your health and happiness. Stop worrying about things you can’t control or that don’t matter. Love yourself enough to take care of your body, mind and soul.