cosmetics makeup, hair stylesThe older I get the less I look to other people to make me happy. I know that my joy is my own responsibility so if I want to feel good about who I am then I have to make it happen. Like most women I do a lot of things for the people around me.  However there are times when I am the only person I try to please and I think all women owe themselves that kindness.  Doing this is not being selfish; it is simply taking some time out so that you can give your time and attention to others without resenting it.
I am kind to myself in many ways. I regularly take time out to relax and do nothing or read a book. I also take a nice bath with a few drops of lavender essential oil added to it a couple of times per week. I go to the hair salon and experiment with different hair styles. I have the odd manicure and pedicure. I make the time to exercise so that I feel healthy. I also buy myself perfume, jewelry, clothes, shoes and cosmetics makeup whenever I start to feel a little drab. Cosmetics makeup in particular makes me feel more confident.  I especially like cosmetics makeup like eyeliner and mascara because my eyes are my best feature so I try to accentuate them. These little indulgences make me happy and keep my attitude towards other people positive so I never feel guilty about them.