Self-Care Isn’t Selfish… It’s Essential (And I’m Published Again!)
It is such an honor to be included in the newest Chicken Soup for the Soul collection: Self-Care Isn’t Selfish—a powerful book filled with heartfelt and inspiring stories, all aimed at reminding us that taking care of ourselves isn’t just important—it’s essential.
This isn’t my first Chicken Soup feature, and each one has felt just as meaningful as the last. I was first published in The Empowered Woman in 2018, and again in Be You in 2020. Now, I’m so proud to return with this latest contribution in a collection that hits especially close to home.
Because let’s be real—especially for moms—it’s all too easy to put our needs at the bottom of the to-do list. How many times have you made your kids a yummy breakfast only to skip yours? Or thrown on a pair of yesterday’s leggings while your kids are dressed adorably from head to toe?
I’ve been there. We all have.
But here’s the funny thing: as soon as I started prioritizing my own needs—whether it was carving out time for rest, nourishing myself properly, or simply acknowledging my own limits—I was better able to support those around me. I felt more grounded, more present, and more aligned. And you can feel that way too.
This newest Chicken Soup for the Soul book is a gentle, powerful reminder that self-care isn’t selfish—it’s how we stay whole.
So do something kind for yourself today. Head to your local bookstore and grab a copy of Chicken Soup for the Soul: Self-Care Isn’t Selfish.
📖 My story is the very first one in the book—you can’t miss it!
With warmth and wellness,
Molly