When mind, body & spirit work as one, nothing is impossible!
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Vidhi Shah - June 01, 2021
In your life, they'll be many people who'll come in and go out... but the person in the mirror will always be there with you, that's you.. love yourself, be honest to yourself, embrace that you who is in the mirror. All I am saying is that you should know your worth and you should know how to create that worth. I know that's the platitude that the whole world talks about... but indeed that works. your body hears all that your mind says... force your mind to think happy thoughts and be positive. Are you someone who likes to grow? do you constantly seek self-improvement through any means necessary?
There is always something about ourselves we can improve on. The human potential is limitless, so it's impossible to reach a point of no growth. As a passionate advocate of growth, I am continuously looking for ways to self-improve.
Here's a look at some ways to build self-improvement into your daily routine and let go of negative thoughts about yourself.
1. Cultivate gratitude: You've probably heard it a million times, but keeping a gratitude journal of what you're thankful for can have a big effect on your mindset.
2. Try a digital detox: Unplugging for even a small amount of time can be beneficial to your well-being. Instead, try going for a walk connecting with your thoughts, with nature, or meeting up with friends. Even a short break from your phone can help you unwind and focus on what brings you joy.
3. Use positive self-talk: It’s easy to get caught up in being overly harsh and critical of your perceived failings. This negative, unproductive self-talk can lower our overall motivation. The hard part is catching yourself in the act of negative thinking and intentionally deciding to think differently. But with a bit of practice, this will get easier.
4. Practice random acts of kindness: Being kind to others can help give you a sense of purpose and make you feel less isolated.
5. Eat at least one meal mindfully: When you’re caught up in the middle of a hectic day, it’s tempting to rush through your meal without listening to your body. Mindful eating gives you a chance to check in with both your physical feelings and your emotions. “It’s a type of mini-meditation that can act as a simple ‘de-stressor, Not sure where to start? Our guide to mindful eating can help.
6. Get enough sleep: Not feeling fully rested can make you feel grumpy and unproductive throughout the day. Try to get seven to eight hours of sleep each night. Our guide to better sleep can help.
7. Breathe consciously: Take a moment at the bus stop, in line at the grocery store, or before nodding off to sleep to focus on your breathing. Practicing even a few minutes a day of deep breathing has been shown to jumpstart our body’s relaxation response and regulate stress. Inhale as you normally would. Exhale, making sure you take longer than you did to inhale. Repeat this process until you start to feel relaxed.
8. Forgive yourself and others: Holding on to regret, pain, and resentment hurts others. But it also hurts you. When you feel any of these emotions, it affects your mood and how you treat everyone, including yourself. Check out our tips for letting go of the past.
9. Engage in self-care: We often think of self-care as manicures and spa treatments (which are all great ways to destress). Daily self-care goes way beyond pampering. “It’s also about eating well and getting enough nutrition to support your brain and body, Similarly, make sure you’re exercising or mindfully moving your body, taking time to connect with others, and having some relaxation or downtime for yourself. These don’t need to be time-consuming endeavors. Look for quick 10- or 20-minute pockets of time in your day where you can head outside for a walk or prepare yourself a bowl of fresh fruit.
10. Be kind to yourself: If you find you’re still struggling to change your frame of mind, advise is to think of it this way: “Tomorrow is a new day, so if you beat yourself up today about something, let yourself off the hook and start fresh tomorrow.”
It’s normal to get caught up in trying to become the best version of yourself. But being a better person starts with treating yourself with the same loving-kindness as you do others. This means not judging yourself harshly when your fall short of your goals and showing yourself patience and compassion on your bad days. Keep in mind that there are many ways to become a better person, and those offered here are just a few. Find what feels most joyous and nurturing and try to build them into your daily life.