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The Art of Extreme Self-Care
The Art of Extreme Self-Care: Transform Your Life One Month at a Time | Cheryl Richardson
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A practical, action-oriented program that advises individuals how, on a month-by-month basis, to identify and alter troubling behaviors, sharing strategies to stop the cycle of self-betrayal and neglect that stems from daily violations of self-care.
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ElizaMarie
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I loved all the practices of this book! I have learned so much about the importance of putting myself first. I deserve it! Also, plan on going back each month to read and practice these skills more thoroughly. This is definitely gonna be a workbook that I will use in conjunction with my journal.

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#BookSpinBingo
@TheAromaOfBooks

TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!!! 3y
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ElizaMarie
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I didn't finish my SpringTBR list this season... but I did finish 4, DNF 1 and am in the middle of the last one (tagged book). This book, initially I thought I would read through it quickly then go back and try to practice some of the suggestions, but.. I think I am gonna (although probably read it through then go back) won't be doing that as quickly as originally planned.

Really enjoying these lessons! Thank you again @AlwaysBeenALoverofBooks

Moonprismpower What was the reason for the dnf on extreme self care? Do you listen to the By the Book podcast? 🙂 3y
ElizaMarie @Moonprismpower no no no I DNF'd Penpal. I am still reading Extreme Self Care. I really am enjoying it and spending some time journaling through it (I am not usually a journal-writer but ... I am really using the book to grow)

I have listened to By the Book in the past. I have kinda fallen away from a lot of my podcasts because I listen to audiobooks more for my commute.
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Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Awesome ❤️❤️❤️ 3y
Moonprismpower Oops! Well if you‘re liking the self care book I‘ll have to check it out! 😄 3y
ElizaMarie @Moonprismpower yes do.. its really insightful! 3y
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ElizaMarie
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This book is really resonating with me!
#SelfCareIsNotSelfish

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ElizaMarie
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I am going to start this one today. Thank you again @AlwaysBeenALoverOfBooks for everything that you do for your friends you are such a selfless person. And @uwannapublishme thank your friend for caring for all of us #PandemicNurses :) I am excited to start this one!

#BookSpin book this month ;) - Added Bonus @TheAromaOfBooks

#DogsOfLitsy (JuJuB always practices self care!)

TheAromaofBooks Woohoo!! 3y
Kelly_the_Bookish_Sidekick Such a cutie!😍 3y
MemoirsForMe 🤗🤗🤗 3y
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Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks
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Today‘s prompt is #Break so I‘m going to go with mend... I‘ve never been one to read self care books, but I‘m learning with everything going on in my world and in the world we can all use some self care ❤️

#OppositeDay

Desha Love this! You‘ve got some interesting titles there that I‘d like to read also! Please please take extra good care of yourself...you are a blessing to so many people!! 💐💐💐💖 4y
Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks @Desha thank you Desha ❤️ you are so sweet! I‘m about to write you back! I‘m sooo behind!! 💗💗💗 4y
Desha @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks So am I! I‘m waaaaay underwater! But I‘m not giving up! 😂☺️🤗😘 4y
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TheKidUpstairs I'm not huge into self help, but I love memoirs that have an inspiration/ self help aspect. Like 4y
Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks @TheKidUpstairs I‘ll have to look those up! 4y
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Read4life
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Well, @ElizaMarie , I definitely got in some quality self care last month! 💙

ElizaMarie Wow !!! This is amazing!!! Great job! 4y
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Chrissyreadit
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My friends! Have you ever had a moment when you see a picture and think that it is exactly where you wish to be? Coffee, book, mountains and trees, soft pillows. Instagram taking me away and me bringing it to litsy 🧡

megnews Yes!!!! Looks like a spot I‘d love too! 4y
AlaMich YES PLEASE!!!! 4y
MegaWhoppingCosmicBookwyrm Looks magical. ❤️😍❤️ 4y
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Cupcake12 Add some chocolate and I‘ll be there! 4y
Jeshara Outside with a book and coffee is my happy place! This looks amazing. Yes, please! 4y
Deblovestoread This is perfect! 4y
Deblovestoread This is perfect! 4y
Deblovestoread This is perfect! 4y
Birdsong28 Yes! Love this. 📚 📖 4y
LeahBergen Sigh! 😍 4y
BiblioLitten Yes!! 🤩🤩 4y
Gissy Yes!🙌📖📚📚☕️ 4y
tracey38 Many times I have seen pictures and wanted to just wish myself there! This spot looks amazing! 4y
Chrys That would be my perfect happy place 4y
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ElizaMarie
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September's #SelfCareBingo Card (please tag me so I can encourage you)

Again, if you all want to join please do so! There are no rules really its just about us taking care of ourselves and remember that we are amazing people who deserve to love ourselves! If you would like to join please do so. However you want to work it. (I am going to try a different approach this month and do multiple prompts a day/repeat them)

#SelfCareIsNotSelfish

OriginalCyn620 I really love this idea! I think I‘ll join you! 😀 4y
ElizaMarie @OriginalCyn620 great! I‘m glad to have you on board :) 4y
Cheshirecat913 I will join in too. I need to get myself out of the rut of just scrolling through my phone for downtime! 4y
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ElizaMarie @Cheshirecat913 this is great! I love to cheer each other on 4y
ElizaMarie @OriginalCyn620 and @Cheshirecat913 do you want me to tag you? 4y
Cheshirecat913 Yes, please. Tag away. 4y
Crazeedi I'll join in! Do you just do the things on the bingo? Or find a book about the topic? 4y
OriginalCyn620 Yes, please! I‘m excited for this! 🤗 4y
ElizaMarie @Crazeedi no books needed :) I know I know it‘s a book site. But this is more action. Try to do these things to take care of yourself. You can incorporate a book if you‘d like :) also do you want to be tagged? 4y
ElizaMarie @OriginalCyn620 yay! Let‘s take care of ourselves!!! 4y
Hazel2019 @ElizaMarie Count me in! And feel free to tag! Love this idea 😊 4y
sebrittainclark I love this! 4y
ElizaMarie @Hazel2019 great! I will update the post when I get to an actual computer :) 4y
ElizaMarie @sebrittainclark yay join us!!! 4y
DieAReader I‘m definitely in @ElizaMarie 🥰 I did many on the August Bingo board but forgot to take/post pics🤦🏻‍♀️ My 🧠 has been in either 🐿 mode or 😶MIA. I suspect that there‘s a🐿🧠🥳 happening at times with @GHABI4ROSES & @SusanOrnelas65 too 🤣🙄 4y
Crazeedi @ElizaMarie yes please!! 4y
Read4life This is great! I‘m definitely in. Thank you for putting this together & reminding us that it‘s ok to put ourselves first occasionally 💙 4y
ElizaMarie @Read4life it is it is! As the infamous RuPaul says -- if we can't love ourselves how the hell are we gonna love anybody else! 4y
ElizaMarie @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks — here is the blank bingo :) 4y
alisiakae I'm quite delayed, but I think I'll jump in and join this month! 4y
ElizaMarie @4thhouseontheleft Yay! I am all about taking care of yourself whenever we can! 4y
catebutler I know I‘m late to the party, but I‘d love to join in on this. 🥰 4y
ElizaMarie @catebutler yes yes join! I try to do one thing everyday.. Others are trying to create a bingo and treat it as a traditional bingo card. You do whatever youwant however you want. I want is for people to just take better care of each other. 4y
ElizaMarie @catebutler yes yes join! I try to do one thing everyday.. Others are trying to create a bingo and treat it as a traditional bingo card. You do whatever youwant however you want. I want is for people to just take better care of each other. 4y
catebutler @ElizaMarie Yay! Thank you!! Can‘t wait to catch up, I just loved the idea of this, so I‘m happy I ran across it. 💓 4y
GHABI4ROSES @Squidget OMG I FREAKING LOVE THIS 4y
ElizaMarie @GHABI4ROSES I will be making one in October too. I feel like it helps me put myself first! I am taking ideas if you have any 4y
GHABI4ROSES Thanks @ElizaMarie some of these really hit home! I am IN💜🙏🏾 4y
ElizaMarie @GHABI4ROSES I‘m glad you like it 4y
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ElizaMarie
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August Self Care Bingo results. I feel likeI should/could have done a lot more with this but.. I am still really proud that I did this much anyway.

#SelfCareBingo
#SelfCareIsNotSelfish
@mollyrotondo , @Squidget , @Jessinikkip , @jb72, @pareads , @allylu

Crazeedi I like the topics on this one!! 4y
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ElizaMarie
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So this is some nostalgic pics of the beautiful “babies” in my life :) I am trying to make it more of a habit to look at pics (I take a bunch of them and it‘s healthier than scrolling Facebook)

#SelfCareBingo
#SelfCareIsNotSelfish
@mollyrotondo , @Squidget , @Jessinikkip , @jb72, @pareads , @Allylu

jb72 OMG everyone is adorable! 4y
Bookworm54 I love all of these pictures so much! 4y
ElizaMarie @jb72 those are all “older pics” I am actually enjoying looking at these :) I might do a little collage of me and my hubby too :) 4y
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ElizaMarie @Bookworm54 thanks! They instantly made me smile ;) my babies are adorable! — nephew and niece — and that white dog is my moms little jerk! 4y
AmyG Awwww 💕 4y
slategreyskies Awww!! So cute! ❤️!! 4y
ElizaMarie @AmyG thanks :) 4y
ElizaMarie @slategreyskies thank you :) 4y
Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks ❤️❤️❤️ 4y
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ElizaMarie
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This is my #SelfCareIsNotSelfish plan for today (during breaks or something) I plan to post some cutesy pics later :)

#SelfCareBingo
@mollyrotondo , @Squidget , @Jessinikkip , @jb72, @pareads

pareads I think I‘m going to try and do a face mask & read outside 😊 4y
ElizaMarie @pareads sounds great!!! 4y
Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Love it!! ❤️❤️ 4y
Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks We should do this together!! 4y
ElizaMarie @Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks I‘m thinking (even though I want to do this bingo...) that maybe I should organize (or attempt) to do a photo challenge of just photos you have in your phone they make you smile :) 4y
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broverwhelming
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I‘m usually not much for self-help books (who am I kidding yes I am) but this one has been one I come back to and come back to. #artofextremeselfcare #book #selfcare

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julesG
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#SelfcareSunday @miralunasbooknook

1) just for me, I ordered this tea maker / tea pot, because drinking tea makes me happy and helps me take breaks

2) one resolution for the new year is more selfcare

ephemeralwaltz 👏👏👏 7y
laurieluna Oh, I'm intrigued by that teapot! Have a wonderful new year. Xx 7y
AmyG Wishing you and your kids a happy, healthy 2018. 🎉 7y
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Dragon Happy New Year 🎉 7y
PirateJenny It's always tea time! 7y
Lmstraubie Wishing you & your kids a Happy & Healthy New Year full of reading!!! 7y
vkois88 Self care is very important. That's something I've learned over the last couple of years. It gets tough at times, but you have to power through and do what you know is best for you! 7y
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dariazeoli
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#selfcaresunday

1. I read in the company of my dog, who sleeps like a champ!
2. Introverting! Alone time is something important to me.
3. I am on vacation till January 2, so this Monday won‘t hurt as much!
4. On it!

Alwaysbeenaloverofbooks Yes to all of this!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 7y
laurieluna Vacation is the best! My partner is working one more week then is off for 2, meaning a bit of help with the kids over Christmas. Have a wonderful time off 😄 xx 7y
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Owlizabeth
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1. I don‘t have a photo, but my #GirlGang got together for a holiday dinner and I had an awesome time, even if it meant leaving my house and being social!!
2. Reading, of course!
3. Just corralling the kids until the school bus comes tomorrow morning.
4. Great idea @miralunasbooknook - I love this!!

#selfcareaunday

RiotMom 😘😘😘 7y
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BookishTrish
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#selfcareSunday 1. This week was another nutso week. Made sure to take as many #audiowalk s as I could and just enjoy the view 2. I love to hang out with my family to unwind 3. I'm working today too, but at least I have my flute lesson first 🎼❤️🎉

laurieluna Flute 😍 I wanted to play flute when I was younger. Enjoy your day! Xxx 7y
BookishTrish @miralunasbooknook I started as a beginner in May. It's not easy but I love it so much! 7y
Cinfhen Pretty graphics and lovely photo 7y
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JackOBotts How wonderful that you‘re pursuing the flute! I‘d love to pick up an instrument. Enjoy your lesson! 7y
CouronneDhiver Did you hear back about any of the jobs you interviewed for? 7y
laurieluna Wow that's awesome. Never too late to learn. May have a look into learning myself when the boys are a bit older. 😄 7y
BookishTrish @CouronneDhiver I'll have news on Tuesday 7y
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TheKidUpstairs
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1. I can't think of much. It's been a rough week. Reading time has been quickly interrupted by cries, cups of tea barely touched, hot showers solely for the purpose of clearing the sinuses. Hopefully this next week will be better.

2. A to go cup of tea and a long country drive. Or a beer and a book.

3. Just trying to get through. Hoping kids are well enough that I can finally get Christmas shopping done.

4. Will do.

@miralunasbooknook

Cinfhen Sorry you had a rough week with the little guys being sick...I admire your dedication to #MugLove getting all your matches sorted👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻thanks! Hope everyone is feeling better❣️ 7y
obviateit Did you copy this from my journal?? All kidding aside, I'm sorry you had a rough week, and I hope you feel better soon! ❤️ 7y
RiotMom Oh jeez, that‘s a hell of a week! I hope everyone is on the mend and this week is way better! 7y
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bedandabook Sorry to hear it‘s been a tough week; hope next week is a better one and you have a good Christmas. 7y
laurieluna I know how you feel on the just getting through the day front 😧 know that we're here for you though! And even if it is just a couple of minutes of savouring those first sips of tea before it goes cold. I really hope next week is better for you. Sending love! Xxx 7y
nightwitch Yikes! I hope everyone feels better soon! Sending positive litsy vibes your way! 7y
Owlizabeth I‘m sending you so many virtual hugs 💞💞💞 7y
TheKidUpstairs @Cinfhen Thank you! It was actually a pretty good thing that I had #MugLove on the go - it let me feel like I was still getting something done when all I could do was sit in a chair with a dude lying on my chest! 7y
TheKidUpstairs @obviateit Thank you! Was it a rough one for you too? At least you now know you're not alone! Solidarity! 7y
TheKidUpstairs @RiotMom @bedandabook @miralunasbooknook @nightwitch @Owlizabeth thank you all for your well wishes! You each have me a smile today, which wad much needed and appreciated! 7y
obviateit @TheKidUpstairs Yes, solidarity! It's been a rough 18 months for my health. But on top of that, my 3 boys all had pink eye and sinus gunk for the past week and a half. But we made it through! Here's to a hopefully better week ahead! 7y
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julesG
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@miralunasbooknook came up with #selfcaresunday

I really like this idea but had to think very hard, how I could take care of myself today.

1) I bought myself a Christmas present to put under the tree. The earrings nearly match the ring I bought myself for my birthday. 😉
2) reading
3) I plan on taking a bath, wear a facial mask, etc, haven't pampered myself in ages.
4) yep, will do.

bedandabook What a lovely idea! I hope you enjoy your day 💕 7y
TrishB Have a good day ❤️ 7y
laurieluna Have a wonderful day! And thank you for sharing. Those earrings and ring are beautiful, Green is my favourite colour! ❤ 7y
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AmyG You remind me of my sister who just loves everything green. 💚 And good for you buying yourself a gift for Christmas. I always buy myself something for the big holidays.👍🏻 (edited) 7y
GabrielleDubois Have a nice Sunday! 7y
Jerdencon I always buy Christmas presents for myself too! 7y
RiotMom A good day of pampering is so good for the soul. Enjoy yourself!! 7y
julesG @miralunasbooknook @AmyG (I'm your Litsy-sister, don't forget) @GabrielleDubois @Jerdencon @RiotMom - Thanks! Don't expect me to post a picture with the white clay mask on. 😝 --- BTW, I have to buy myself a present, nobody in my family (yes, nobody) gives me presents, neither at Christmas nor at my birthday. 7y
Suet624 @julesG What??? Nobody gets you a present??? That‘s messed up. (edited) 7y
AmyG Ha!!! @julesG No wonder this felt so familiar. ;) 7y
julesG @Suet624 Yep. I'm counting on my kids when they are older. It's been like that for the past 10 years, although I have an Amazon wishlist. It is as it is. I have stopped complaining the day after my birthday this year. 7y
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MicheleinPhilly
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Four hours of Gilmore Girls, pizza, and wine. Tomorrow will be a better day.

saresmoore ♥️♥️♥️ 7y
8little_paws I hope it is!! That's a solid self care plan there though. 7y
ValerieAndBooks And extra Pickles snuggles for you too. Hope tomorrow's better 7y
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Soubhiville I hope so too. 💜 7y
Ashley_Nicoletto 💚💚💚 7y
TheresaGivan This is exactly how my evenings look after a bad day. Including the Gilmore Girls. I hope your day tomorrow is amazing! 💜 7y
Sassy_Steph Sorry to hear you had a bad day, but what an excellent way to turn it around and make yourself feel all good inside!! 7y
Lmstraubie Chocolate! Where's the chocolate??? (Hope tomorrow is better 🙂) 7y
LauraBeth It will be. Plus, maybe you'll be one step closer to finding the killer! 7y
TrishB Looking after yourself is important 💝 7y
MicheleinPhilly @Lmstraubie I don't really crave chocolate or sweets of any kind. I am a freak, I know. 🤷🏻‍♀️ 7y
Lmstraubie @MicheleinPhilly Not a freak - a Super Hero! 7y
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CandycaneBelle
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Ok so this isn't about this book, but it is a plug for myself! Go check out my new blog! #ownyouroxygen #selfcare. Ownyouroxygen.wordpress.com

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MemoirsForMe
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This is a time of year when we can all use some extreme self-care. And I just heard that this ebook is only 99 cents on Amazon. 😊👍🏻

saresmoore Sounds like a great way to spend a buck! 8y
thec0zy Oh this sounds like the perfect holiday book! 8y
MemoirsForMe @saresmoore So true! I love a good bargain. 😊 8y
MemoirsForMe @thec0zy It sure is! I loved this book. Great tips to ease our holiday stress. 8y
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SharonGoforth
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Next stop, Joseph-Beth Booksellers! I'm probably going to need a bank loan before the end of this afternoon 😬😬 #selfcaresaturday

Megabooks Yay! Double good: self-care and Joseph-Beth! 8y
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MicheleinPhilly
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I'm going to escape to Stars Hollow for a few days. Thank you @Litsy for being a place that I didn't need to avoid today. Take care of you. ❤️

rachelm 💚💚💚💚 8y
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