Author name: CoolBlue22

As women, we are often taught to care for everyone—except ourselves. From an early age, we are praised for being selfless, accommodating, and nurturing. We juggle roles as mothers, daughters, partners, professionals, and friends, all while feeling the weight of expectations that tell us we should give endlessly. And when we finally think about taking a moment for ourselves, guilt creeps in.
But let’s be clear: Self-care is not selfish. It is essential.