“Self-care is giving yourself permission to pause.” -Cecelia Tran
There is a common discussion I have with my patients surrounding around the thought that surgery is self-indulgent. It is something they often refer to as needing to be the “right timing.” This can translate to months or turn into years to find the ideal time to focus on self-improvement.
It’s so interesting to me to see these women that are giving all of themselves to everyone else feel when it comes to them, it is not a priority. Even though many of them, especially those looking to have a breast reduction, have suffered for years with discomfort, pain, limitations and confidence issues. Why as women do we feel that taking care of ourselves is often last on the list?
When you are making a life-changing decision like surgery, yes you do have to be in the right mindset. However, putting off something that can offer you a more confident, productive and happy lifestyle can be more detrimental than selfless.
Women often struggle with this concept of “self-care.” Whether it be as simple as stepping away from a crazy schedule to have downtime, or booking that procedure, we tend to put ourselves last. And it is often riddled with guilt.
I am in the mindset that life is short. And if we spend too much of it racing the clock, we will not honor ourselves with the pure joy that can come from taking care of ourselves. It’s not selfish – it’s necessary. Self care if important to reset, realign and remember you are here to enjoy your time. So don’t wait. Book that appointment, find ways to take care of yourself, choose you first…and don’t look back.
