Connecting to self is paramount.

THOUGHTS: What am I thinking ?

FEELINGS: What am I feeling ?

ACTIONS: What am I doing ?

To prioritize self-awareness, self-love, and self-respect, become adjusted to asking self: Am I inactive ? proactive ? reactive ? responsive?

Different circumstances require different stances and strategies, but inactive and/or reactive, if stemming from your own impulsivity and pressure from others, is disrespect for self.

The truth lies within you.

Be curious.

Seek and you will find what you need to nurture and validate self.