02/20/2026
Self-love didn’t start as softness for many daughters of immigrants.
It started as responsibility.
As holding things together.
As learning not to ask for too much.
In our circle, we named how self-reliance helped us avoid disappointment and created a sense of control in the midst of uncertainty.
And we also noticed what shifted when we met these survival parts with curiosity and compassion — instead of judgment.
Self-love doesn’t have to mean doing everything alone.
It can include choosing a safe connection and allowing support without losing who you are.
Simply showing up, letting yourself be seen, and being held in community is a profound act of self-love in itself.
Reflection: What would soften if you didn’t have to do this alone?
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