Bring more love into your life

Here it is—February.  The month of love, where heart-shaped balloons, chocolates, and flowers seem to be everywhere, reminding us of Valentine’s Day and the essence of love. That got me thinking about one of my favorite movies, Love Actually.  In the opening scene, people are greeting loved ones at the airport and Hugh Grant is narrating: Love is all around us. I’d have to agree! And if you haven’t seen the movie, I highly recommend it. 

Maybe you’d like to attract more love into your life. Love is one of the most invigorating feelings we can experience. When you love, you connect with the deepest part of yourself. The emotion of love vibrates at the highest frequencies, which is why you feel so energized when you fall in love. Love is also the ultimate healing emotion. So, it stands to reason, if we attract more love into our lives, we not only bring more happiness but more healing as well. 

Here are five tips to help you bring more love into your life. 

Learn to love yourself.

Like RuPaul says, “If you can’t love yourself, how the hell are you gonna love somebody else?” Can I get an amen! Self-love involves accepting yourself as you are and treating yourself with love, compassion, and kindness. Love yourself the way you love your family and friends. Treat yourself with the same empathy that you afford to those dear to your heart. The best part is that when you love yourself, you attract others with your confidence and positivity. This will bring even more love into your life. 

Nurture the love that you already have.

When we feel like we are lacking love in our lives, it is often an instinct to look for new sources for it. But instead of looking elsewhere, why not try nurturing the love that we already have in our lives? Spend more quality time with your family. Reconnect with friends you haven’t seen in a while. We all get busy living our lives, but even a phone call, text message, or email just checking in can greatly increase the love you feel from those around you. Connecting is a powerful way to show your love.

Give love freely.

Think of it like karma; you get what you give. So, if you want more love, you’ve got to give more first. Don’t worry if it might feel a bit awkward at first—just remember that people love to be loved. And there are many different ways you can show this love: giving a gift, spending quality time together, or physical affection like a hug or a kiss. Or by simply saying, “I love you.” Cherish your loved ones by showing them love and sharing your love. 

Invest in those who make you feel loved.

Invest your energy into the relationships that make you feel valued and fulfilled. These are the friends or family members that fill you up with positive energy when you’re around them. What about the people who bring you down or deplete you? Spending energy on toxic relationships won’t bring more love into your life. Evaluate and spend time with the people in your life that make you feel valued and loved. These are the people you should investing your time and energy in—the people who receive your love and give it back tenfold.

Let your inner child come out and play.

Who says you have to grow up? In some ways, you don’t! Give yourself permission to open up and be more playful. I’m tapping into my inner child more with the help of our new granddaughter, Elowyn. She helps me stay in the present moment and be more playful, which brings more joy and love into our lives. Try dancing to your favorite song, doing some crafts, or taking a bubble bath. Give yourself permission to engage in the lighter side of life and experience the joy that comes from it. 

Give yourself the perfect gift—the gift of love. Incorporating any or all of these five suggestions and in time, you’ll attract more joy and love into your life. Remember that what you put out into the universe comes back to you. So why not radiate love and enjoy all the good that comes back to you.