8 Ways to Create a Better You
Posted on October 10, 2019 by Candida Diaz, One of Thousands of Life Coaches on Noomii.
It's not always easy to set ourselves as PRIORITY but it is possible. Learn some simple strategies that will help you to Create a Better You!
If you are reading this article, there is a very high chance that YOU are READY to BEGIN CREATING a BETTER YOU! So let me help you to get started.
Many times, we fail to give attention to ourselves. The focus tends to be on those around us who we love and truly care about. The mother, whose priority is to take care of her children…The wife, whose desire is to make her husband happy…and the Marketing Designer, who works 40 plus hours to ensure that her work is exceptional so that her boss can recognize her hard work. There is absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to please others. The problem comes into play when our actions lead us to self neglect and self depreciation.
Ask yourself this very important question:
How do you take care of yourself so that you can be a better you?
If you are stuck and can’t seem to answer this question, then continue reading these tips and get started on making positive changes to your life.
Tip 1 Create good Self Esteem Etiquette
When I say this, I am actually referring to the manner in which you treat yourself. Be nice to yourself and use kind words rather than being self critical, especially if you are not pleased with yourself or your actions.
Tip 2 Start and End your day With a Positive Mindset
I often share with many of my clients the importance of practicing a positive mind. Once your eyes open in the morning, say a positive affirmation or mantra to get you off to a good start. During the middle of your day, give yourself another affirmation or mantra. As you prepare for bedtime, continue with this practice of positivity by journaling your experiences, strengths or accomplishments.
Tip 3 Forgive Yourself
Something so easy to say yet so hard to deliver! Remember that no one is perfect and everyone makes mistakes. Take accountability for your actions and learn from past decisions that did not go so well. No more self defeat! Learn from the past and move forward to a better future.
Tip 4 Live from a place of value, honor, respect, and Loyalty
Growing up, my parents taught me honesty, love, respect and more. These core values and beliefs were and still are reflective in how I live my life. Each and every one of you have the potential to be A Better You! Take 5 minutes to write down or to make a mental note of your own core values and beliefs. Once you identify this, start to live life from this perspective. You will begin to feel better about yourself and in the choices you make.
Tip 5 Believe in yourself
Do not lose sight of your abilities. You have many strengths and remarkable potential. If you have already lost sight of this, then now is a good time to text a good friend or loved one and ask them to remind you of the good in you. Hold onto those positive
qualities and allow yourself to shine.
Tip 6 Choose to Invest in Yourself
Let go of the assumption that you don’t have enough time or that you don’t have the money. Many times, we spend our time and money on things that truly do not help us. Know that investing in yourself will be worth the money. We make time for those things in life which are important to us. So why not make time for that one person who has so much value, YOU. The investment may be in your career, in your self care, or in preparation for a long term goal. Think of the exact reason for not investing in yourself. Once you determine this reason, challenge yourself and create a plan to make it happen. If your budget is tight, begin saving or make adjustments in what you buy or how you spend your money. If time is the excuse, put it in your schedule and make sure it happens. And if you’re ambivalent because you’re not certain if it is worth it, challenge yourself to come up with 5 reason to make the investment. If you can come up with these reasons and can say that this will add value to your life, then make it happen!
Tip 7 Allow past, unpleasant memories to be put to rest and Focus on the Present
When we intentionally put our attention to the present, we begin a practice of Mindfulness. Mindfulness can bring about gratitude and appreciation. It a way to abandon anxiety & stress and to welcome calmness & awareness. To learn more about mindfulness, go to www.facetofacecounseling.com and read the blog, “Mindfulness: 6 Mindful Steps to Keep the Body and MInd Relaxed”).
Tip 8 Strive for greatness and not perfection
Perfection should not be the driving force in achieving greatness. For the person who is looking for everything and anything to be Perfect, they may instead hold themselves back from achieving greatness. I’ll give you an example, the business woman who does not submit her proposal just yet because she wants to wait to see if she can come up with better and bigger ideas. She is constantly editing her work, very critical of herself and often frustrated. The need for this proposal to be perfect is actually holding her back. She is now stressed and overwhelmed. The moment you realize that perfection is not needed, you will be able to welcome greater opportunities.
Great satisfaction comes from sharing with others…
Do you know someone that can benefit from some love & support this week? If so, share with them these tips. Thanks for sharing!
Candida
