The Best Valentine's Day present for…YOU! - celebrate self love

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Let’s face it Valentine’s day is pretty much known for showing love in a big way to others. But, why not show yourself some love and appreciation whether you’re in a relationship or not.

The most important relationship you will ever have is with yourself so why not celebrate it?

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This Valentine’s Day show yourself some much needed love for all the things you do for yourself and others. Most women tend to give and give and not ask for anything in return. Why not thank yourself for all that you do with some love aimed back at YOU.

Here are some special ways to show yourself some self love for this Valentine’s Day and every day…

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Boudoir pictures Albuquerque, NM
  1. Take some time for yourself to do nothing even if it’s only for 30 minutes. We are constantly bombarded with messages about doing and being more. We rarely get the opportunity to slow down and actually appreciate all that we do and how awesome we are. You don’t need to post anything on Facebook or IG to get more likes. Like yourself and appreciate just being YOU.

  2. Date yourself. This might seem odd, but treat yourself like you would treat a lover. There’s nothing wrong with giving yourself some love. I’m gonna bet that you’ve never actually thought about treating yourself to some care and affection the way you would a loved one. Here are some easy ideas…Take yourself to your favorite restaurant or spend a few hours doing your favorite activity. Read that book you’re dying to finish or light some candles and take a long bath. Put on that outfit that you love, but never seem to have an occasion to wear, and make yourself your favorite meal. Buy yourself a little gift or some flowers to say thank you to yourself for all that you do. The good thing about buying yourself a gift is that you know exactly what you want! Or just take yourself for a walk and feel gratitude that you get to spend some time alone with yourself. Getting to know yourself, and liking yourself, is the beginning of any good relationship and the relationship we have with ourselves is the most important one.

  3. And lastly, take up the self love and appreciation up a notch by booking yourself a Boudoir experience. You don’t even know the kind of exciting boost this will give you. It’s all about pampering yourself with hair and makeup, finding the perfect outfits that compliment your body and personality, and stepping in front of the camera feeling like a million bucks. That’s all you have to do. I will guide you every step of the way and show you how to pose in the most flattering ways. Then you choose only the images that you absolutely love and display them in your home as a reminder of the ultimate gift of love that you gave to yourself.

To get started all you have to do is fill out the form below to schedule a chat with me. I know it can be scary to just even think about doing something like this for yourself, but I’m here to tell you that you deserve it and I’ll be your biggest cheerleader. I believe every woman deserves this type of experience!

In the meantime, download my free Dream Shoot Planner to get the fun started on designing your very own shoot. This can even be your date with yourself. Grab some wine or tea and start thinking about how you want to be photographed!

I can’t wait to hear from you!

xx

Michelle

“AS SOMEONE WHO DOESN'T ALWAYS LOVE GETTING MY PICTURE TAKEN, I WAS A LITTLE NERVOUS ABOUT THE PHOTO SHOOT... BUT IT WAS ALL FOR NOT. MICHELLE IS EXTREMELY PROFESSIONAL, HELPED ME POSE (BECAUSE I DON'T KNOW HOW!), AND MADE THE EXPERIENCE SIMPLE AND FUN.” ~ LACEY

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