Living the Life You Have Always Wanted: How to Be Happier and Healthier
Personal development is an active process. If you simply sit around and hope that your life will change, you are probably not going to get anywhere. However, if you set goals and decide that you are going to try and turn them into a reality, your chance of success rises substantially. The information in this article will help you on your journey, and the tips will give you a guide to follow as you go through the next few weeks and months.
First, it is important to realize that you are in charge of how you feel. It is easy to fall into the trap of saying things like, “I did that because you” or “It is your fault that I” Recognize that no matter what someone else does or says, you can choose to be happy. It may be more difficult, but it can be done. Once you start recognizing that simple fact, you can look at situations that caused you stress in a new light. What could you have done differently? How could you have kept the peace or what action could you have taken that would have diffused a volatile situation? You will never be able to change someone else, so it is much more effective to work on changing yourself instead.
Pay attention to why another person rubs you the wrong way. Then, turn a critical eye to yourself. Do you exhibit those same characteristics? If so, perhaps you have found a goal to focus on in your personal development journey. If you are having trouble examining yourself honestly, turn to trusted friend or family member that you think will tell you the truth. Keep in mind that it may be hard to hear their honest assessment, but unless you recognize what you are doing that may be turning others off, you won’t be able to change it.
Do everything you can to stay away from people that make you feel badly. In some situations, like at work, it may not be possible to avoid the individual entirely. However, you may be able to do small things to help, like eating lunch at a different time or walking a different route to the staff lounge. The more you can minimize your contact with negative people, the happier and less stressed you will be.
Pat yourself on the back every now and then. Even if you just make a small step toward reaching your goals, it is important to recognize that accomplishment so that you will stay motivated and continue to work hard to achieve your dreams. There is nothing wrong with a bit of self-praise!
It is possible to change. However, in order to do so, you must actively decide to pursue a path of personal development. Take your life into your own hands, set goals and work to achieve them. Use what you have learned from this article to support your journey. More than anything else make sure you preserve through the difficult times; in the end, you will be glad that you did.