The Art of Self-Acceptance: Lessons from the Self-Love Masterclass
By Angela Wagner
Having spent two decades teaching yoga and guiding others as a life coach, I’ve been deeply immersed in the transformative power of personal wellness. Yet, like many of my students, the shift to a full-time corporate role has gradually led me away from my own practices of self-care. It’s an ironic twist, that those of us dedicated to nurturing others often neglect our own needs.
Meet Jonathan Troen of the Self Love Revolution
Discovering Jonathan Troen’s self love masterclass couldn’t have come at a better time. It felt like a call back to my roots and a reminder to take care of myself, even when life tries to take over. Jonathan is one of our remarkable WellnessLiving customers. He is not only a dedicated Life Mastery Coach but also the co-founder of Austin Yoga Tree and the Life Mastery Collective. Drawing on over 15 years of practice and research, he launched the Self Love Revolution, an initiative aimed at spreading the transformative power of self love to a wider audience.
Jonathan’s story is inspiring. He spent decades in the entertainment industry amidst the glitz of celebrities like Cher, Madonna, and Green Day, only to unveil that underneath the glamor, there was an absence of true happiness. It wasn’t until a transformative yoga class, following a challenging recovery from surgery, that Jonathan felt a spark of real joy. This moment was a turning point, guiding him from the high-paced entertainment industry to a deeper, more fulfilling path.
His journey resonates with me deeply, and likely with many of you. It’s a stark reminder of the quiet discontent that can lurk beneath a seemingly successful exterior. Jonathan’s shift towards self love and emotional wellness began with an important realization: the need to stop running from himself and to embrace life without the masks we often wear to face the world.
The 4 Pillars of Self Love
In his online self love masterclass, Jonathan lays out a simple yet profound framework. The four pillars of self love he introduces are essential reminders of what we often neglect in the hustle of our daily lives.
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Complete acceptance is about embracing life as it is, and as we wish it to be, without conflict.
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Creating a positive emotional state through gratitude—a practice that releases dopamine and serotonin, enhancing our mood naturally.
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Forgiveness of others, asking for forgiveness, and most importantly, forgiving ourselves.
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Self love encompasses the other pillars and encourages us to be kind to ourselves and to acknowledge our worth daily.
Jonathan’s insights into emotional intelligence as a key to success strike a chord with me. He teaches us to view our emotions as guides, not masters. Though it may seem impossible at times, he teaches us how to foster a friendship with our feelings instead of letting them control us.
Discover the Transformative Power of Self-Love
Jonathan’s approach encourages us to authentically be ourselves, seeing self love as liberation. He joyfully says, “You could search the whole planet and not find anyone more worthy of love than yourself.” This serves as a powerful reminder that, regardless of the doubts our minds may cast, we are valuable and worthy.
Jonathan suggests a simple daily practice…look in the mirror and affirm something positive about yourself. Whether it’s your kindness, your strength, or your gratitude for another day, this practice can be transformative.
Through this program, I’ve embarked on a personal journey to rediscover self love. For anyone seeking something more, Jonathan’s masterclass is more than just learning—it’s a pathway to a more compassionate and joyful life. Check out the Self Love Revolution’s meditations HERE.
Angela Wagner began her professional journey in marketing, pursuing the field for several years following college. Fuelled by her passion for yoga and commitment to help others, she shifted her career path and opened YogaSport Dallas in 2004. Last year, she extended her skills to a full-time position at WellnessLiving, a company she was familiar with from her days as a customer during her time running a studio. Angela’s journey from a dedicated studio owner to Product Marketing Manager at WellnessLiving underscores her unwavering dedication and expertise in the industry.
