LynoraBayless

We manage lots of them. Not just with people—but with time, money, work, food—an endless list. Our most overlooked relationship is often the one we have with ourselves. Our self-talk is full of “shoulds.” We “should” eat better, lose those extra pounds, sleep and exercise more, place more focus on our thought and spiritual life, find work that feeds our souls. If “should-ing” produced results, we would all live amazing lives.

While we are quick to justify why we can’t take on one more thing, Lynora Bayless believes there is no such thing as excuses, only priorities. “Making yourself a priority is acknowledging that your potential for significance and influence in this world starts with how you care for yourself,” says Lynora. “It is impossible to pour out what you haven’t poured in.”