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How to Be Your Best Self

In a world that constantly touts self-improvement and growth, many of us struggle to feel our best and wonder why we don’t.

By Mikkie MillsPublished 4 years ago 3 min read
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How to Be Your Best Self
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In a world that constantly touts self-improvement and growth, many of us struggle to feel our best and wonder why we don’t. Achieving a sense of fulfillment, satisfaction and happiness in life are pursuits that many of us are on, but everyone’s journey is different and each path is a highly personal choice. While there may be plenty of routes to get to the best versions of ourselves, here are a few tips that you can try to help you along your pursuit to improve your life and increase your satisfaction with it.

Spend Time Relaxing

If you are someone who spends a significant amount of time dealing with stressful situations, focusing a bit on self-care and relaxation may be exactly what you need. In a world that is constantly moving and filled with pressure, many of us don’t spend enough time slowing down and decompressing from that stress. Instead of focusing on the demands of everyday life, consider taking some time to enjoy some cbd gummies, practice meditation or go for a walk to help yourself relax. You may be surprised at how unfamiliar feelings of relaxation are, but likely reducing stress is exactly what you needed.

Laugh Everyday

Many of us remember that sense of relief that washes over us when we get that full belly laugh. That feeling of release that you experience during a full-hearted laugh is one that not only makes us feel better, but it has vast benefits for our health. If you can, try to laugh at least once a day. Even if it is forced and fake, laughing can yield wondrous benefits. Let yourself feel true joy daily and release that tension.

Invest in Your Relationships

When life gets busy, our relationships are often one of the first things that are sacrificed. While you may not feel like you have the time or energy to devote to your connections, this is an area of your life that truly requires your focus. Work is important and life will be stressful; however, the people that you love and care for are the ones that matter. If you truly want to devote your energy to be your best self, this also means investing in your relationships.

Give Back

Giving back is an amazing way to live your best life. There are few better things than using your time and resources to support communities, and not to mention that there are incredible benefits for people who volunteer. The fulfillment and satisfaction that you can achieve through these activities will not only put some good into the world, but it will also make for a more enriched life.

Go For What You Want

Many people can get disheartened by disappointments in life and lose their childlike dreams over time; however, don’t let this get in the way of going after what you truly want. Even if you have struggled, you can always go after your dreams and that starts with visualizing what you hope your future to be. Instead of searching for possessions and rewards, consider what would make your life enriched, fulfilled and exciting.

Don’t Let Comparison Steal Your Joy

Many of us see the lives of our friends, family members and social media influencers, and this is only a small portion of someone’s life that they have chosen to share. In a society where social media lets us curate our lives into small boxes, many of us suffer from comparison culture. If you are truly looking to live your best life and embody the best version of yourself, you need to let go of comparison culture and just do what is right for you.

As you venture out onto your journey to become your best self, you will need to reflect on what aspects of yourself that you would like to improve. While you start your journey, you should keep in mind the important and meaningful things in life and not get distracted by the small issues or challenges along the way. Don’t let anything derail your progress and soldier on to becoming the best version of yourself.

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