Life—and gardens—offer us many chances to rebalance, readjust, prune, and propagate. Wisdom … our bodies … even (or especially) relationships may need a rebalancing of time and attention. And with care, a fruitful life can bloom—even in the midst of weeds, disappointments, and heartbreak.

Give yourself the grace and space to remember how precious you are—and how precious this life is.

Caring for ourselves isn’t selfish—it’s essential. And your self care might just start with lighting a candle, popping in your earbuds, and listening to a reminder that your needs are important too.