Welcome to our regular feature from our resident life coach, Linda B! Linda B is a leading international life coach from Iceland and is a LET Communication Consultant, Trauma Resiliency Model expert, Former President of the Icelandic Coaching Federation and Board of Icelandic Women’s Business Association.
We met Linda whilst working with global charity, The Unity Of Faiths Foundation, as she was one of their Ambassadors. Linda is an inspiring woman with a wealth of knowledge about social issues and she is also a published author. Her latest book, Book Of All Seasons, is a book of useful life advice and quotes and has been met with critical acclaim globally. Here’s her latest La Vida feature….
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I believe we often forget what an incredible gift life truly is. We rush through our days, unaware that we are writing our own love story — one page at a time. If we want our story to be beautiful, meaningful, and worth rereading (by ourselves and others), we need to be mindful of what we put into it. Here are a few essential ingredients:
Self-Love
When I talk about self-love, I’m not referring to selfishness — though that’s a common misconception. Healthy self-love means tending to our well-being and striving for balance in body, mind, and spirit. Self-love shows up in the way we care for our hygiene, the food we choose, how we present ourselves, and how we treat others.
Self-love also knows that some days, we fall short of our ideal selves — and on those days, we need self-compassion, a pat on the back, and a gentle reminder that we’re doing our best. Self-love is the foundation for loving others. If we cannot love ourselves or appreciate the life we’ve been given, we cannot offer love in a whole and healthy way. We cannot give what we do not have. Self-love is a sacred agreement between you and life itself — a love story authored by you, for you.
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Respect
When we fully grasp that life is a gift, we begin to treat it with greater reverence. A deeper kind of respect emerges — one that fills our hearts and influences our actions. We realize that life, as delicate and miraculous as it is, requires care and tenderness.
This means we don’t allow others to treat us poorly, and we stop doing so to ourselves. We live in gratitude and mindful presence — with respect for ourselves, for nature, and for the miracle of being alive. We accept ourselves, wherever we are on life’s path. And we forgive ourselves for being human.
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Commitment and Responsibility
We hold the responsibility that comes with freedom. Each day, we create ourselves anew. We are responsible for how we feel — our thoughts, our self-talk, and the energy we release into the world. We do not abandon ourselves or escape into addiction or avoidance.
Instead, we show up for our lives and own our emotions. In doing so, we remain loyal to ourselves and to life. We are also responsible to our families, our communities, and the Earth itself. We engage with everything around us through the lens of love and care.
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Boundaries
We must set healthy boundaries in our lives — and with those we interact with. We do not tolerate abuse, manipulation, or disrespect. We don’t say yes when we mean no. We draw lines around harmful words and actions and refuse to be victims. We choose instead to become victors — by protecting our worth, our peace, and our well-being. Boundaries are not walls. They are bridges to healthier relationships — with ourselves and others.
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Honouring Our Dreams
Our dreams matter. They reveal what kind of life we long to live. They guide us toward our purpose and help us take the necessary steps to achieve what we truly desire. Everything you have today was once just a dream — whether it brought you joy or pain. If you’re not satisfied with where you are, dare to dream again. And create something new. We are powerful creators. Our words, our vision, and our action steps are the magic wands. As Nike said: Just do it. Go after the life you truly want.
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Standing By Yourself
Respect your values, beliefs, and opinions — and don’t let anyone belittle them. They form the essence of who you are. But let’s not fall into the trap of thinking our views are the only truth. They arise from our unique experience of the world. Standing by yourself means not shrinking for the sake of popularity or falling into co-dependency with those who try to control your voice or your emotions. Stand strong in your truth if it’s born from your heart and reflects your soul’s deepest knowing.
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Cheering Yourself On
We should be our own biggest cheerleaders — especially in the moments that demand courage and resilience. When we rise after failures and hard times, it’s because we’ve learned to love ourselves without conditions. This kind of love doesn’t just happen — it requires awareness, growth, and the willingness to emerge from the cocoon, like the butterfly.
And as we grow, we often feel a deeper desire to understand the world around us. With knowledge comes empathy — for different cultures, beliefs, and paths. And that, in my view, is how we begin to create heaven within ourselves and peace on Earth.
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In Closing
To grow in love — for ourselves, nature, and life itself — is to lay the foundation for a more healed world. One that our children and their children can inherit with hope. A worthy mission, wouldn’t you say?
Until next time, Linda B x
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