Do you ever feel guilty for taking time for yourself when others around you are busy? In this enlightening episode, hosts Kevin Palmieri and Alan Lazaros share personal struggles with prioritizing their own needs while others are hustling around. They talk about why taking care of ourselves is crucial for our overall well-being. They dive deep into the importance of setting boundaries in relationships and how our upbringing can influence our approach to self-care. It's not always easy to put ourselves first, but it's essential for living a healthy, balanced life. They reflect on their own challenges and offer valuable insights on overcoming guilt and embracing the importance of taking care of ourselves. They briefly tackle the concept of truth when it comes to our self-care practices, from facing uncomfortable truths to recognizing the significance of boundaries. This episode is packed with nuggets of wisdom on why self-care isn't selfish.

Links mentioned:
Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700   
Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/ 

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• Next Level Nation - https://www.facebook.com/groups/459320958216700 
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• Next Level U Book Club - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/next-level-book-club/  
• Next Level Monthly Meetup #19: "3 Things Everyone Should Know About Their Intimate Partner" on July 6, 2023, 06:00 PM EST - https://www.nextleveluniverse.com/monthly-meetups/   

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Instagram 📷
Kevin: https://www.instagram.com/neverquitkid/
Alan: https://www.instagram.com/alazaros88/

LinkedIn ✍
Kevin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-palmieri-5b7736160/
Alan: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanlazarosllc/

Email 💬
Kevin@nextleveluniverse.com
Alan@nextleveluniverse.com

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Show notes:
[1:34] Kevin shares a story about self-care
[7:07] A boundary is a core value you are choosing to honor
[9:33] Alan share's a client's dilemma
[12:07] Nathan expresses his appreciation for the invaluable coaching services he received from Alan
[13:39] Backing out of activities that are not in alignment
[19:05] Understanding self-care
[24:22] Outro

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