Love Your Body, Nourish Your Life: Thriving in Every Season

It’s time for another  Tell Us About….  , a link up hosted by some lovely ladies (including me) from all over the world. You can see who they are at the end of the post and I encourage you to visit their blogs and check out what they have written for this month’s prompt.

We would love you to join in so at the end of the post you can find the link and also the prompts for the coming months. It would be great for you to link up with us and participate in the Tell Us About Link Up. I’ve put some details below for when the link up opens and dates for the diary.

Each month one of the members selects a topic/prompt and this month it is Leslie from Once Upon A Time, Happily Ever After who has selected ‘Tell Us About….Something New‘. Leslie’s brief to us was Ways to Show Love, Ways I Show Love, Showing Love.

In keeping with my WOTY – Bloom, I decided to approach the prompt by looking at why we should show love to ourselves and in particular our bodies in order to thrive in every season. We readily give our love to others but often neglect giving the love, care and attention to ourselves.

Love Your Body, Nourish Your Life: Thriving in Every Season

Loving and nourishing our bodies isn’t just about looking good—it’s about feeling strong, vibrant, and capable at every stage of life. Our bodies are the foundation of everything we do, from exploring new places to embracing new experiences and connecting with the people we love. When we fuel ourselves with nutritious food, move in ways that bring us joy, and prioritize rest, we support our energy, confidence, and overall well-being. By treating our bodies with kindness and care, we cultivate self-respect and resilience, allowing us to live life in full bloom—thriving, not just surviving.

Our bodies are our lifelong companions, carrying us through every season of life. By nourishing ourselves with wholesome foods, joyful movement, rest, and self-care, we show gratitude for all that our bodies do. When we shift our focus from how we look to how we feel, we cultivate a deep sense of self-love and appreciation.

• Move with Joy – Find movement you love, whether it’s walking, yoga, dancing, or strength training. Exercise should be enjoyable, not a chore.
• Fuel Your Body Well – Nourish yourself with whole, nutrient-dense foods that support energy, vitality, and longevity.
• Prioritize Rest & Recovery – Quality sleep and relaxation are just as important as staying active. Listen to your body’s need for rest.
• Celebrate What Your Body Can Do – Focus on strength, flexibility, and endurance rather than appearance. Your body is amazing!
• Hydrate & Glow – Staying hydrated keeps your skin radiant, joints lubricated, and energy levels high.
• Tune Into Your Body’s Needs – Regular check-ups, mindful eating, and self-care routines help you stay in tune with your well-being.
• Embrace Body Confidence – Self-love starts with appreciation. Treat yourself with kindness and gratitude for all your body does.
• Stay Curious & Keep Learning – Explore new ways to move, eat, and care for yourself as you age. Growth is a lifelong journey.

Next Level Love – Discovering the shadows that hold us back

Recently I interviewed Junie Moon, CEO of Midlife Love Out Loud, Global Love Mentor, Shadow Work® Facilitator, Women’s Empowerment Leader and host of the Midlife Love Out Loud podcast.

During the interview we discussed:

• What Next Level Love is and why we struggle to achieve it
• Why so many women self-sabotage and what we can do
• Breaking the painful patterns
• The 4 Love Shadows – what they are and why it is important to know what they are
• Take Junie’s 2 minute quiz to discover your Love Avatar

You can listen to the podcast HERE

Let’s cherish our bodies, not just for what they were in the past, but for their strength, resilience, and beauty today. Because when we care for ourselves with kindness and intention, we don’t just live—we thrive. 🌸✨

How will you show love to your body, mind and spirit today?

Your Weekly Boost: Living Life in Full Bloom #6 is available now to read

Future Prompts and Dates for the Diary

March – Reinvention
April – Seasonal Changes
May – Thursdays
June –
July – Supernatural

Tell Us About Link Up

What: Tell Us About Link Party
When: Third Wednesday PM (US)/ Third Thursday 0:05AM (UK) and Third Thursday 9:05am (AEST) – SECOND THURSDAY FROM MARCH
Where: Link Party, Blog, Blog Comments, Instagram or other social media.
Who: This linkup is open to everyone BUT YOU MUST WRITE ABOUT THE PROMPT.
How: You can share in the comments, with a blog post, or on other social media of your choice. Include the hashtag so that we can find you and include your link in our posts.

A NEW LINKUP DATE – FROM MARCH THE LINK UP WILL BE THE SECOND THURSDAY OF THE MONTH

The next #TellUsAbout will be Wednesday March 13 (US)/Thursday March 14 (UK & AUS). I’m looking forward to seeing and reading your take on the #Tellusabout prompt for the month.

Tell Us About….Contributors

Deb from Deb’s World (Australia) – Debbie explains how she says ‘I love you’ without actually saying the words “I love you’. And also shares some poetry on love while she’s at it.  Find Deb’s post at www.debs-world.com  

Suzy from Suzy Turner  (Brit living in Portugal) –  Suzy explores the five love languages and shares her personal take on love, including daily affirmations with her husband, their dislike for Valentine’s Day commercialism, and how she feels most loved when he gives her a big hug. Find her post at www.suzyturner.com

Marsha, from Marsha In the Middle  – Marsha is writing about a mini retreat for the women of her church.  Coincidentally, it’s about Love!  So, she’s killing two birds with one stone for this month’s Tell Us About!   Find her post at https://marshainthemiddle.com/ .

Mary Katherine from MK’s Adventures in Style – MK’s take on this month’s topic is Lovin from the Oven – if she REALLY loves you, this is what she’ll cook for you! Find her post at https://mksadventure.com/

Leslie from Once Upon a Time, Happily Ever After – Leslie is sharing ways she and her family say I love you. Find her post at   https://onceuponatimehappilyeverafter.com/

Rosie Amber – Rosie wrote a poem inspired by romance book titles. Find her post at https://rosieamber.wordpress.com/

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