It’s that Hallmark holiday called Valentine’s Day today and whether or not you have someone in your life that you love or not, it’s a great day to just simply celebrate YOU and the love you have for yourself because without self-love and self-care you cannot fully love someone else. If you have Celiac Disease or Lyme Disease or another autoimmune disorder, let it go and think positive thoughts. Affirmations are a fun way to add a touch of joy to your day. I never used them before- I was never spiritual…but recently I’ve been enjoying them- it’s like having a little friend to make you smile and keep you on your path to the greatest good for all.

As you go about your day, take a few minutes to pause and repeat one of the affirmations below…They’ll feel like you’re getting your very own Valentine and dozen roses and box of chocolate from your secret admirer.

Here are 10 yummy Gluten-Free & Dairy-Free Valentine’s treats you can feel good about noshing on- no need for the box of chocolates when you’ve got these babies to whip up.

No-Bake Coconut Almond Butter Cookies

Almond Cacao Smoothie

Coconut Carrot Bread

Fresh Berry n’ Basil Crumble

Cinnamon Oatmeal Cranberry Cookies

Grain-Free Chocolate Chip Cookies

Homemade Muesli

Cranberry Peach Galette

Cashew Butter n’ Pecan Popcorn

Vegan Almond Cookies

And now, a few LOVEable Affirmations For You.  It’s any easy way to make you smile, keep you happy and positive. Start with one affirmation each day and repeat it from the minute your eyes open in the morning until they close at night. Trust me. You’ll feel the love and you’ll feel a big hug from me.

Happy Love Day!

xo

I choose to wait for a relationship that is healthy, loving and fully supportive.

Courage is something I choose.

I have the strength to do what needs to be done.

My thoughts are filled with peace.

I am willing to feel painful emotions so that I can set them free.

I dare to dream BIG.

I am willing to let go of what no longer serves me.

I trust that my life is leading me to someplace wonderful.

I accept my family for who they are and thank them for the gifts they have given me.

I choose to see the abundant amount of joy in my life.

I am willing to act out of love.

I am willing to let my expectations go. Again. And again. And again.

I am willing to seek out life’s adventures.

I appreciate the positive qualities I have received from my family. I let the rest go.

I am willing to step toward beliefs that hold me back in order to fully let them go.

I choose to remain present with the good and the not so good in my life.

I accept pain as an inevitable part of life.

I choose to listen before I speak.

I support others as I would want to be supported.

I am willing to be uncomfortable so that I move to the next level.

I choose to be at peace with myself.

I focus on those things that are in my control.

I will allow myself to be loved.

I am learning exactly what I need to learn.

I am patient with myself.

I choose to make my health a top priority.

I am fully present and intently listening when others are speaking.

I give myself permission to feel the way I feel in this moment.

I see the love in other people’s actions.

I take time to appreciate all aspects of my life.

If it isn’t working, I will make adjustments or let it go.

I appreciate each moment of my life for the gift that it is.

I am grateful. Very grateful.

I walk my talk.

I recognize the good in other people.

I choose to let go of my fears.

Rejection is just a sign that I am taking a risk. I can be rejected and still be worthy.

I am love.

I am willing to be honest with myself.

I know that at my core I am peaceful, positive, wise, and prosperous.

I am aware of my emotions and thoughts. When things get hectic, I pause and come back to my breath.

I relax into not having all of the answers right now.

I choose to give my best 100% of the time.

I choose to see all there is to be grateful for in life.

I let go of trying and allow.

I let go of the word, ‘should’.

I am creating my future.

I trust that I am effortlessly provided with everything I need.

I forgive myself with grace.

I continually put energy toward my dreams.

I choose to trust the decisions I make.

I choose to see the good in other people.

My intuition is guiding me toward right action.

I release my limits and embrace my greatness.

I love the life I’m in.

There is opportunity in each choice in each moment.

Healing happens in the mind.

 Happy Love Day from me to YOU!