You can't pour from an empty cup

I've always been afraid of self-love. I've always thought that if I were to love myself more, then I would love others less.That if I were to honor my own needs, then I couldn't meet the needs of others.And honestly, in some ways this has been true.As I have come to more fully embrace my self-care lifestyle, I have had to let go of people-pleasing.I have had to disappoint people, set boundaries, and say no.I have had to accept that just because someone thinks they "need" something from me…

Hey, I'm Emma and I'm an illustrator. My social media career kicked off working for a body-positive lingerie brand called Figleaves. Unfortunately, I was made redundant in 2021, which is when I started drawing and I haven't been able to stop since!

Self-care isn’t selfish; it’s essential. Just as you can’t pour from an empty cup, you can’t give from an exhausted self. Prioritizing self-care replenishes your energy, enhances well-being, and enables you to offer genuine support to others. It’s an act of self-preservation and compassion that benefits both you and those around you. #selcare #lifepriorities #wellbeing #selfpreservation #compassion #goalsetting #gratitude #connection #alonetime #nature #movement #rest #fillyourcup…

How do you fill your cup

Self-care: the art of filling your own cup first. 🌿✨ Remember, you can't pour from an empty cup. Take a moment to recharge, rejuvenate, and prioritize your well-being. 💖☕ #SelfCare #FillYourCup #MeTime

you can’t pour from an empty cup, friend. 💙 remember to take care of yourself first, so you can keep sharing your light with others. 🌿 self care isn’t selfish, it’s necessary! 💙 #selfcarematters #fillyourcupfirst #mentalwellbeing #selflovejourney #dailyreminder