Pampered is an interesting word and the meaning behind it can be considered fun or even derogatory depending on the context of the word. Pampered means to indulge in attention, comfort, and kindness. It also means to spoil. Even though everyone deserves to be pampered, don't take it to extremes. Use it as a reward. I reached all my goals this week so I'm going to treat myself to a facial.
When thinking on this word, I thought about other words that could mean the same thing, they are babying, coddling, overindulging, spoiling, cosseting, and mollycoddle. One of the more derogatory forms is to wait on someone hand and foot.
Being pampered and spoiled is fun when it is done with love, but people can get resentful if you expect it all the time. I know as nurses we need the down time but have you ever thought about pampering your significant other? How can you pamper them and yourself at the same time. In your inspiration journal make a list of ten things that you and your significant other can do together to be pampered. Now start pampering your significant other once a week or once a month. Throw in some spontaneity you will be surprised how much they appreciate the effort. Sharing in the experience can bring you closer together and build wonderful memories.
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