Kids don’t see any
limits. They see the world through the lens of opportunity and believe that
anything is possible. Unfortunately, this open-minded, brave-hearted, fearless
approach to life often doesn’t happen for adults. We get told there are things
we can’t do so we settle. We get trapped so that we stop thinking our big ideas.
Exactly who your best self is will be different for everyone. You must stand in
your full potential.
The beautiful thing
about chasing your best self is there’s no fixed destination. You can’t know
for sure where you want to end up at each stage of growth because new opportunities
are always opening. Being who you are is your way to get the things you want in
your life. This is true for your love life, career, relationships, prosperity, and
health. It will enable you to make a
more powerful contribution to this world than you thought possible.
You know you are
capable of great things. You know that under the right circumstances you could
go far. You believe in yourself and what you can accomplish. You may have a
vision of making your dreams a reality, and achieving the success you know could be
yours. There are things you can do that will make your journey easier and more
fulfilling.
So get excited and
keep reading to discover the specific mindsets, behaviors, and commitments that
will empower you to become the person you always knew you could be. Here are
five powerful tips to get you on the road to becoming your truest and greatest
self, and a helpful reminder of what you already know:
1.
Focus on self-care-If you want to
operate at peak performance; you must incorporate self-care into your daily
routine. Are you eating nutritious meals and getting plenty of sleep? It’s
going to be hard to feel your best if you are exhausted and are stuffing your
belly with junk food. Are you making time to exercise?
When we work up a
sweat, it releases the endorphins that build up with stress. In many ways, your
body is like a machine. It needs to be tuned and tended to, or something is
going to give. If you don’t care for your body, you may start to feel burned
out and you may be more apt to get sick or feel overwhelmed. Don’t forget that
your mental well-being also needs to be nurtured. Take time to meditate and
focus on the things you are grateful for.
Taking time to
replenish your mind and spirit is paramount to sustaining mental health and
giving you a sense of well-being. That is key to becoming and maintaining your
best self, now and in the future.
2.
Pursue your dreams-What is your ultimate
dream? The thing you want more than anything? What is your true calling in
life? These are some of the important questions to ask yourself in order to
unlock who you are meant to be. Pursuing your dreams will give you
determination to see your goals through, and will spark your creativity and
inspiration.
Plus, you will be
doing something that makes you happy and holds your interest. For many, the
hardest part is identifying the goals you want to pursue. You may need to
explore different opportunities to see what works for you and what doesn’t. You
may want to focus on a problem that you want to solve or an issue you’re
enthusiastic about. Remember, your goals and ambitions can change over time and
that’s okay.
The only rule you should heed is that your
dreams must come from within yourself. They shouldn’t be a reflection of what
others want for you, or what you think you should be doing. If you’re pursuing
something solely for the sake of a good income, or to live up to someone else’s
expectations, you will not succeed.
3.
Sharpen good habits-People are naturally creatures of habit. These can be good
habits that we have worked hard to instill, or bad habits that suck away our
determination and leave us short of our goals. Building solid, reliable habits
will keep you taking baby steps in the right direction and sustain you through
monotonous periods.
Good habits are
important to creating your best self because they keep you moving forward when
you’d rather be slacking off. Developing a habit takes time and repetition, and should be done slowly.
Trying to change too many things at once will feel overwhelming and daunting.
The goal is to make incremental changes to your lifestyle that eventually
become a way of life. Remember that even small habits can have a powerful
cumulative effect.
4.
Sustain your motivation-We
all have days when we wake up just not feeling it. Those days when our brains
won’t get going we’d rather do anything besides working. Despite being low on energy or inspiration, you have to find a way to keep moving
forward. Remember, progress is incremental. You have to find ways to keep that
deep desire to achieve. Keep your motivation alight by taking time every day to
reignite yourself.
Read blogs and books
or listen to podcasts on topics that fascinate you. Write down your goals and
post them where you will see them every day, so you are constantly reminded of
your purpose. Keep a notebook and jot down ideas when something inspires you.
When you are feeling blasé, take some time to revisit your old ideas. They may
inspire you once more and help you regain your momentum.
5.
Try new things-You can’t let
yourself become complacent. Fear of change is your enemy. Kick things up a
notch by regularly trying something new and unexpected. Is
there something you have always wanted to try, but never made time for?
Surprise yourself by pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone.
Doing so will give
your ingenuity and innovative side a boost. Plus, you will have discovered
something new about yourself. Perhaps a hidden talent or an ability to learn
something you didn’t think you were capable of. Along with trying new things,
remember to give yourself time to have fun, relax, and unwind from daily
stress.
Downtime gives your
brain a chance to recharge, and stay open to new experiences. Filling up all
your time with work, tasks, and obligations is a ticket to mental and physical
fatigue. Push yourself away from your desk and remember to embrace life.
“The best preparation for
tomorrow is doing your best today.” (H. Jackson Brown, Jr.)[i]
· “11 Ways to
Become Your Truest & Greatest Self” By Dr. Naomi Pabst
·
“5
Powerful Ways to Become Your Best Self” by Deep Patel
·
“The Ultimate Guide To Becoming Your Best Self” by
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