Self-Doubt to Self-Love

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• From Self-Doubt to Self-Love: A 7-Day Challenge for Embracing Yourself…

• Positive News Of The Day: 1,000 Endangered Animals Set Free…

• Food For The Soul: Saffron Milk Thousand Layer Crepe Cake…

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TODAY'S LEARNING
From Self-Doubt to Self-Love: A 7-Day Challenge for Embracing Yourself

Self-doubt can creep in quietly, leaving you questioning your worth and abilities. But what if, in just seven days, you could start building a foundation of self-love and acceptance? This 7-day challenge is designed to help you shift your mindset, embrace your unique qualities, and lay the groundwork for a healthier relationship with yourself.

Day 1: Acknowledge Your Inner Critic 

Take note of the negative self-talk that arises during the day. Write down these thoughts and question their validity. Ask yourself: Would I say this to a friend? Replace harsh judgments with kind, affirming statements.

Day 2: List Your Strengths 

Spend 15 minutes listing your talents, achievements, and qualities you’re proud of. No matter how small they seem, write them down. Read this list aloud to remind yourself of your worth.

Day 3: Practice Gratitude 

Shift your focus from what you lack to what you have. Write down three things you’re grateful for about yourself—perhaps your resilience, creativity, or humor. Gratitude fosters self-appreciation and positivity.

Day 4: Set a Self-Love Goal 

Identify one area where you’d like to nurture yourself more. Maybe it’s taking time to rest, starting a creative project, or saying no to draining commitments. Commit to one actionable step to move toward this goal.

Day 5: Mirror Affirmations 

Stand in front of a mirror and speak kind words to yourself. Say affirmations like, I am enough, or I deserve love and respect. This practice might feel awkward at first, but it can profoundly shift your self-perception over time.

Day 6: Embrace Imperfection 

Celebrate one of your perceived flaws today. Understand that your imperfections make you human and unique. Write down how this "flaw" has contributed to your growth or shaped your character.

Day 7: Reflect and Celebrate 

Take time to reflect on the week. What shifts have you noticed in your thoughts or feelings about yourself? Celebrate your progress, no matter how small, and commit to continuing your self-love journey beyond these seven days.

Self-love isn’t a destination; it’s a practice. By completing this 7-day challenge, you’re taking powerful steps toward embracing your authentic self. Keep nurturing this relationship with yourself—it’s the foundation for a happier, more fulfilling life.

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POSITIVE NEWS OF THE DAY

1,000 Endangered Animals Set to Return Home to Madagascar in Anti-Trafficking Victory

In May, GNN reported that 48 lemurs, 30 primates of various species, several crocodiles, and over 1,000 rare tortoises were seized when a convoy of four smuggling trucks was raided in Thailand.

The bust was valued at around $2 million on the black market, but now, these animals are set for a return to their wild homes on Madagascar.

In a ceremony in Bangkok, Thai authorities transferred the 961 healthy animals over to members of the Malagasy Department of National Parks, Wildlife, and Plant Conservation, in advance of their flight home on three separate planes operated by Qatar Airways.

FOOD FOR THE SOUL
Ayurveda Recipes: Saffron Milk Thousand Layer Crepe Cake

Light as a feather, sweet, and aromatic, you'll never feel as pampered as the moment you take a bite of Saffron Milk Thousand Layer Crepe Cake. Easy to griddle (you might say it's a piece of cake!) and without an oven, thousand layer crepe cakes can be served with many flavors. Served here as a perfumed pistachio milk delicacy reminiscent of the silk road. Served here as a perfumed saffron milk delicacy reminiscent of the silk road. French cuisine meets the Middle East!

Sweet saffron pacifies strong Pitta appetite and melts vata's anxieties. Serve when emotions run high to feel relaxed and happy. This dessert will provokes Kapha when taken in excess.

Ingredients

1/4 c RAW SUGAR

2 c WATER

2 c MILK

1 tsp SALT (MINERAL SALT)

1 whole VANILLA BEAN

1 tsp ROSE WATER

1 c WHOLE WHEAT FLOUR

2 pinch SAFFRON

Instructions

1. Grind saffron and soak in 1 tbsp hot water. Bring milk to a boil then add 1c milk, vanilla, 3 tbsp sugar, & rose water for the saffron milk.

2. Mix the remaining ingredients for the crepes. The crepe batter should be thin. Griddle up to 10 crepes on a hot plate and stack them aside in a deep dish. Pour saffron milk over dish and serve.

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