We’re taught that indulging ourselves is greedy or leads to excess and is a sin. Then we spend our lives trying to hold ourselves to some standard that doesn’t allow much fun, or going to the extreme opposite and possibly hurting ourselves.
Instead, let yourself have that piece of chocolate cake now and then. A couple of times a year buy yourself something you’ve been eying but thought you should spend the money on. Take a day off, and turn your phone notifications off. Have a spa day!
Deprivation only leads to resentment and longing. Try moderation instead.