How to Prioritise Yourself Without the Guilt: A Self-Love Guide for Women Ready to Rise.

Delyse Armstrong
Apr 7
2 min read

If you're reading this, there’s a good chance you've been giving and giving... until there’s barely anything left for yourself.

Maybe you’re the woman who makes sure everyone else is okay before checking in on herself. The one who shows up for everyone—family, work, friends—but forgets how to show up for you.

At Choosing You Without the Guilt (CYWTG), we want you to know something powerful: Putting yourself first is not selfish. It’s sacred.

The Truth About Guilt and Self-Love

Let’s get real: many women carry the weight of guilt simply for wanting time to breathe. Guilt for saying no. Guilt for resting. Guilt for dreaming bigger.

That guilt? It’s not yours. It’s inherited from generations before you who weren’t allowed to choose themselves. But you’re here now—reading this—because something inside you is ready to rise.

You’re ready to choose you... without the guilt.

What Happens When You Prioritise You

When you start honouring your needs, you begin to:

Reconnect with your inner power and purpose
Feel more confident and aligned in your decisions
Model healthy self-worth for your children, friends, and community
Attract relationships that match your new energy
Show up more present, calm, and vibrant

That’s what we mean by empowered women creating a ripple effect. When you choose you, you show others how to do the same.

5 Guilt-Free Ways to Start Prioritising Yourself Today

Ready for a fresh start? Here are five simple yet powerful ways to reconnect with yourself—no guilt required:

Start your day with intention Take 5 minutes each morning to breathe, journal, stretch, or sip tea in silence. This is your sacred space before the world rushes in.
Say yes to what lights you up and no to what drains you Boundaries are not walls. They are bridges to a life that honours your energy.
Move your body because you love it, not because you hate it Dance. Walk. Stretch. Do what feels good, not what feels like punishment.
Create a joy list Write down 10 things that make you smile and commit to doing one each week. Play, pleasure, and laughter are healing.
Unfollow the noise If it doesn’t inspire you or uplift your soul, it’s time to let it go—on social media and in real life.

Choosing You Isn’t a Luxury—It’s a Lifestyle

The CYWTG movement is about breaking free from guilt, stepping into your personal power, and building a life you don’t want to escape from.

It’s not about perfection it’s about presence. It’s about feeling whole in your own skin, trusting your intuition, and becoming the version of you that’s been buried under “shoulds” and expectations for too long.

You deserve to live with joy. With confidence. With deep connection to who you are. And yes—you deserve to do that now.

Let’s Rise Together

If you're ready to stop shrinking and start shining, the CYWTG community is here for you. Whether it’s through our empowering retreats, transformative coaching, or soul-nourishing digital tools—our mission is clear:

🌸 Help women like you remember who you are and reclaim the life you desire—guilt-free.

Take the First Step Today

Come join the sisterhood by following us on Facebook and Instagram @choosingyouwithouttheguilt.

Because you choosing you? That’s the most powerful decision you’ll ever make.