Happiness in Action: Mothering Yourself with Self Love with Dede Lyons
For Mother’s Day 2024, the Happiness Club gathered in Palm Beach for a special tea party and workshop with Dede Lyons, Mothering Yourself with Self-Love. The afternoon was filled with flowers, tea, conversation, and a wonderful turnout of women coming together to explore a meaningful idea: giving ourselves the same care and compassion we so freely offer others.
Dede, an empowerment coach, guided the group in reflecting on the importance of self-love and the role it plays in our everyday lives. With so many responsibilities and people to care for, it can be easy to put our own needs on the back burner. Dede encouraged everyone to consider what it means to nurture ourselves, honor our own needs, and approach life with greater kindness toward ourselves.
Mothering yourself isn’t about putting yourself ahead of everyone else. It’s about recognizing that your own happiness and well-being matter, too. Whether it’s setting healthier boundaries, making time for the things we enjoy, or learning to replace self-criticism with compassion, small changes can make a meaningful difference in how we feel and how we connect with others.
The afternoon offered a lovely opportunity for reflection, shared experiences, and genuine connection among women. In the spirit of the Happiness Club, it was a reminder that happiness often begins with the relationship we have with ourselves—and that caring for ourselves is an important part of living a more joyful, connected life.
To learn more about Dede Lyon’s empowerment coaching, visit her website at https://feelgoodexpress.com/
By Melanie Cabot
