The world is full of beautiful gifts just waiting to be discovered. However, our time on earth is limited, and we often spend it wasting away at unfulfilling jobs or in harmful relationships. We get distracted by the never-ending “to-do” list that seems impossible to complete because there are so many distractions that quickly lead us back into doing what we dread.

Everyone could use some more grace in their lives, but how do you find it? Life is full of distractions, and grace often stays hidden behind them, but with the help of some wise advice on where to look, you can begin your journey of finding more ways to give yourself grace! Let’s begin…

1. God loves you unconditionally.

The first step to giving yourself more grace is knowing that God loves you no matter what, but it’s hard to give yourself more grace if you don’t have a relationship with God. If your faith has been neglected, now is the perfect time to become reacquainted with your creator and seek his guidance.

2. You are valuable and worthy of love.

If you don’t feel like you deserve to give yourself more grace, remember that God didn’t just create anyone. He created you, and there must be a reason for it. Acknowledge your value and give yourself some grace for persevering through all the hard times.

3. Find encouragement in the people around you.

Everyone needs a good friend who will encourage them in their struggles and be there when they need someone to talk to. Make sure that you encourage others whenever possible, but also find that one person who makes it their mission to lift you when you’re down. You deserve this!

4. Stop comparing yourself to others.

Comparison can lead to negative feelings about ourselves, so give yourself more grace by letting go of the need to compare yourself with other people. Realize that you are enough just as you are and that life is much less complicated when the comparison isn’t a part of it.

5. Realize that everyone has struggles.

If you look around, you will see that everyone has something they are dealing with. Remember this next time someone seems to be living a perfect life. They may not be sharing their struggles for fear of burdening others, so give them more grace and don’t worry about what you can’t control!

6. You aren’t obligated to do anything.

It is important to give yourself more grace by letting go of the idea that you have to do something or that you don’t deserve to take time out for yourself. Whether your “chore” is school, work, taking care of others, or staying up all night, it’s okay to relax once in a while and recognize your inherent value.

7. Stop and breathe.

The fast-paced way we live our lives often keeps us from recognizing the importance of taking time for ourselves each day to release all the stress built up during the day. Make it your goal to take at least 5 minutes out of every hour just for yourself! This could be a good time to do a little self-care or take a break from whatever is distracting you.

8. You deserve to rest.

If your “to-do” list never seems to end, it’s time that you stopped and let yourself unwind for a bit! There’s nothing wrong with taking some quiet time for yourself as long as you are okay with the time being nothing but medicine. Downtime is important for your mental health, so give yourself some grace and take advantage of it!

9. You don’t have to work every minute of every day.

Although some people enjoy working all the time, others are happiest when they can relax after a long week at the office. Do what works best for you, but make sure you aren’t ignoring your inherent value because of it! You deserve to take breaks now and then, so give yourself more grace and enjoy your life.

10. Give others the benefit of the doubt.

Sometimes we all judge people too quickly without getting all the facts first. Remember this saying: “People are people; it’s our job to find the good in them.” If you find yourself thinking something negative about someone, try and look for what you like about them instead. You may be surprised by how much more grace they will give you in return!

11. Look at your mistakes as life lessons.

If you let yourself dwell on a mistake for too long, it can end up ruining your current happiness. Instead, take a moment to learn from the experience and move forward with grace so that you don’t have to keep repeating this mistake in the future.

12. You are allowed to change your mind.

Just because you’ve made a decision once doesn’t mean it’s the only decision you can make. If you realize that your decision was wrong, it’s okay to change your mind and move on gracefully. You should never feel stuck or like an unsuccessful person if you learn from your mistakes!

13. Other people are just human too.

When we’re stressed because someone isn’t treating us the way we believe they should, it’s important to remember that everyone is human. They have flaws just like you do and will make mistakes just as much as you have made them in the past. The best course of action is to let go of your anger or disappointment so that you can give yourself more grace!

14. You can’t please everyone all of the time.

There will always be someone who seems to think you aren’t good enough, but it’s important to remember that they don’t have a say in your life unless you give them one. If you find yourself trying to keep everyone happy and doing everything for everyone else, remember that this is okay as long as it’s what you want to do!

15. Everyone makes mistakes… and it’s okay.

Everyone makes mistakes, but we all recover from them differently. If you need time to yourself after a mistake or stressful event, give yourself time and grace so that you can feel better again. Don’t beat yourself up over the same mistake, and don’t feel guilty for making it!

16. You deserve love and affection.

Some people can be selfless all of the time, but it’s okay to be selfish every once in a while as long as you aren’t hurting anyone else. Let yourself bask in the warmth of your relationships with friends and family members by giving more love and affection than you receive. It’s important to keep these relationships strong, so remember to give yourself more love as well!

17. Allow yourself the freedom to change your mind.

There are just some things that you can’t decide until you’ve had time to think about them. If someone is pressuring you into doing something or making a decision, it’s okay to say you need time to think about it. Allow yourself the freedom to change your mind later on without feeling guilty or pressured by someone else!

18. You are not perfect…. and that’s okay.

Everyone has flaws, no matter how much they try to hide them from others. Remember that nobody is perfect if you have a bad habit that you’re trying to break. All you have to do is decide to stop doing it and learn from your mistakes!

19. You can’t please everyone… so please yourself.

It’s important to please others to make them happy, but you should also make an effort to be happy yourself. If others are upset with your decisions, it’s okay to do what you want and need to do just because YOU want it to!

20. Take the time to love yourself.

If you’re feeling stressed or anxious, try giving yourself some time and grace so that you can relax and feel better again. Remind yourself of all the positive things you have going for you and give yourself enough love to feel better.

21. Apologizing doesn’t mean that you’re weak.

Sometimes, people make mistakes and hurt others unintentionally or without realizing it until later on. If this happens to you, don’t be afraid to apologize if your intentions weren’t to hurt the other person. Saying “I’m sorry” doesn’t mean that you’re a bad or weak person!

22. You have the choice to forgive others.

It’s important to remember not to hold grudges against people because holding onto anger can be just as harmful as holding onto hate. If someone has wronged you, it’s okay to forgive them if you feel that it will help your heart heal.

23. Don’t be afraid to stand up for yourself.

If someone is being rude or disrespectful to you, don’t be afraid to stand up for yourself and say “No!” Remember that nobody has a right to treat you badly just because they feel like it, and don’t be afraid to stand up for yourself.

24. It’s okay to say “no.”

If you find yourself constantly saying yes when you want or need to say no, try turning your decisions around so that the majority of your answers are noes! Doing this can help give you some time to relax and take care of yourself without feeling stressed or overwhelmed by everything you have to do.

25. You don’t always need an explanation…. sometimes, it’s okay to say, “I’m sorry.”

If someone hurts you, it’s okay if they don’t know why they did it. Sometimes people hurt others because something is going on in their own lives that they don’t know how to deal with. If the apology is sincere, you might even consider giving them some grace and another chance!

26. You aren’t obligated to fix other people’s problems.

If someone is telling you about a problem they’re having or asking for your advice, it’s okay to give them advice or lend an ear. However, you aren’t obligated by society’s standards to fix other people’s problems for them! If someone asks you to do something that they’re capable of doing themselves, it’s okay to say “no.”

27. You are not the center of the universe.

You are not the only person in the world, and your problems might not seem all that important to others compared with other people’s problems. Remember when you are feeling down, and do your best not to compare yourself with others!

28. It’s okay if things change.

If you decide about something or decide on something one way, it’s okay if the decision changes a little or a lot. Things change all of the time, and you might even find that your decisions work out better than you thought they would!

29. You don’t have to be in control in every situation.

There will be times when other people are leading the way, and you’ll have to sit back and watch them for a change. You might even find that you’re having fun when you let someone else take over!

30. Don’t be afraid to try something new.

It’s okay if you don’t know how to do something or if you’ve never done it before—it’s better to learn how to do new things than to miss out on all of the fun stuff in life!

Conclusion

If you’ve been trying to find ways to work on your self-care and give yourself grace, here are 30 ideas that can start today. One of the most important things you can do is take care of yourself with some grace and kindness. This list provides a variety of techniques for giving yourself more comfortable in different moments throughout the day—from just before bedtime when taking out the trash or running an errand while eating dinner, or waiting at a stoplight! Give these tips a try and see how they help you feel better about life this week. Which one will be your favorite?