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find a moment to myself vs find a moment for myself

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'Find a moment to myself' implies taking a moment to be alone. 'Find a moment for myself' suggests setting aside a moment for personal use or enjoyment.
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This phrase is correct and commonly used to express the idea of taking a moment alone.

"find a moment to myself"

This phrase is used when someone wants to have a moment of solitude or privacy, away from others.

Examples:

  • I need to find a moment to myself to relax and unwind.
  • She finally found a moment to herself to reflect on the day's events.
  • Jan 28, 2022 ... Here's a list of phrases that I tell myself when I find a moment to myself: 'I accept the best and worst aspects of who I am.' 'Changing is ...
  • Feb 13, 2024 ... But, when I do find a moment to myself and an empty couch, I might find myself indulging in bit of “Love it or List it.” This show inspires ...
  • Apr 12, 2023 ... Some of my favourite places to find a moment to myself was in the State Theatre foyers admiring John Olsen's art work whilst there was no ...
  • Apr 26, 2017 ... Sometimes it can be hard to find a moment to myself. With the kids, life, work, all of the things, taking a little time to relax is few and ...
  • Mar 19, 2023 ... I'll have a slice of this for dessert alongside a cup of decaf, or as a late-morning treat if I can find a moment to myself! I almost always ...
  • When life is hectic and I can't find a moment to myself, I turn to bone broth for a delicious, nutritious cozy snack that is ready in minutes. Or, when I ...
  • I'm rarely alone these days, and if I do find a moment to myself someone in the house will scream for me to get them a snack. Snacks!–That has become my ...
  • Sep 17, 2024 ... Life's been crazy this past week and needed a break to find a moment to myself.
  • Feb 13, 2019 ... ... remodeling my own client's homes to watch someone else do it. But, when I do find a moment to myself and an empty couch, I might find…
  • Mar 15, 2018 ... I feel so guilty about it, but it's hard to find a moment to myself. Am I already messing up my baby?" If any of these worries sound ...

Alternatives:

  • have a moment to myself
  • take a moment to myself

This phrase is also correct and commonly used to express the idea of setting aside a moment for personal use or enjoyment.

"find a moment for myself"

This phrase is used when someone wants to allocate time for their own benefit or pleasure.

Examples:

  • I need to find a moment for myself to read a book.
  • She found a moment for herself to go for a walk in the park.
  • Nov 10, 2024 ... you know even if it's so hard to find a moment for myself to make things clear i've done it , many times, like the last 4 months i've been ...
  • Apr 29, 2020 ... I believe it is important to find a moment for myself. I go outside for some fresh air and enjoy a cup of coffee, treat myself to something ...
  • May 30, 2023 ... The reality of being a woman AND a business owner, make that difficult sometimes. Finding it hard to find a moment for myself, one day, in ...
  • If I find a moment for myself, you might find me on horseback or sweating it out in a Reformer Pilates class, trying to convince myself that core strength ...
  • Feb 2, 2015 ... I've been aching to find a moment for myself and write freely. I've undergone two job interviews now, applications to professional programs, and ...
  • Jan 5, 2024 ... ☑ Did I find a moment for myself? ☑ Did I notice something beautiful? ☑ Did I bring positive energy to something I could have been ...
  • Dec 31, 2020 ... These apps help me relax and find a moment for myself. I used to have a difficult time (and still do sometimes) staying in the present ...
  • Feb 28, 2024 ... When I am not at school and I find a moment for myself, I enjoy surfing, collecting vintage surfboards, jumping off waterfalls, mountain ...
  • Jan 2, 2023 ... I definitely still needed to find a moment for myself first thing in the morning. But instead of trying to force my home routine on a new ...
  • Oct 30, 2012 ... Because I know how hard it is to find a moment for myself, much less for the whole world. But I also know that the whole world is what ...

Alternatives:

  • set aside a moment for myself
  • reserve a moment for myself

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