👉“Put on your own oxygen mask first before assisting others.” – Airline Safety Instruction (and a great life lesson!)

📌 THE OXYGEN MASK THEORY

Many people feel guilty for putting themselves first.

While selflessness is admirable, chronic self-neglect is unhealthy.

👌Many of us develop the habit of putting ourselves last as a way to stay safe, be accepted, or avoid conflict.

👉Putting ourselves last often goes back to our childhood, especially if we grew up feeling like our needs didn’t matter or that our worth was tied to taking care of others. 

Some of us took on the caretaker role early in life, always putting ourselves second (or last).  

Over time, this can make self-care feel selfish—even though it’s NOT.  

🏆 But here’s the truth: Your needs matter too!

👑You deserve rest, love, and care just as much as anyone else. 

👉Taking care of yourself doesn’t mean you’re neglecting others—it means you’re building the strength to show up fully for them AND for yourself! 

🏆 It’s okay to set boundaries. It’s okay to say no. 

🏆 It’s okay to put on YOUR OWN oxygen mask first!!!

👌You’re not being selfish—you’re healing. And that’s a beautiful thing.  

💕Be kind to yourself. You’re worthy of the same love you give soooo freely to others.

📌 The Oxygen Mask theory is the idea that you must take care of yourself first before you can effectively help others.

Keep shining and keep smiling ✨️✨️ 

Have a super powerful day 🏆

Natalie O'Rourke 💞

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