Investing In Yourself

Investing is a concept typically used when referring to assets and finances. But what if you began considering yourself to be your greatest asset? What does investing in yourself mean? What would change?

An investment can take time, energy, and money. These are things we sometimes feel guilty about spending on ourselves. But what if I told you investing in yourself could lead to some very positive changes in your life and overall wellbeing?

It’s no secret that if you are overworked, exhausted, burnt out, stressed out, at your wit’s end, drained, or just not taking the time to properly care for yourself, it’s going to lead to some pretty negative consequences.

When we have a day off, when we take that much needed nap, when we eat right and move our body, we are recharged and ready to go again.

So what if we took it one step further? Putting just a little bit extra time, energy, and money into yourself can bring forth even more positive results.

Here are just a few examples of how you can invest in yourself:

• Learn a new skill or language

• Start a new hobby or activity

• Read a book or listen to a podcast/audiobook

• Start psychotherapy

• Take a class or join a gym

These are invaluable things that will earn back it’s worth time and time again. To think that you don’t deserve it or feel guilty for spending those extra resources on yourself could mean losing out on all the important benefits you can gain and then share. Because the benefits you receive will not only affect you, but also those around you. Fill your cup so that you can fill others with the overflow. This is not selfish, but necessary.