Looking Out For Number One

You hear two extremes about taking care of yourself. On one hand we’re told we should put our needs second to their. On the other hand we’re told self care is a must in order to be healthy. 

I would say it’s a case of “and” not “or”. We need to self care and make it a priority and we need to prioritize the needs of others. That sounds like a complete contraction but I think it should be looked at as a balance not a contradiction. It takes both to be a healthy person. No outflow makes one toxic. All outflow and it leaves one empty. It’s ourselves and others.