10 Things To Start Doing For Yourself
Start writing a post
Student Life

10 Things To Start Doing For Yourself

If you want to make positive changes, today is the day.

7
10 Things To Start Doing For Yourself
Meaghan Mascitelli

Many of us put our happiness and dreams on hold for another day, when the truth is life is happening right now. If you want to make positive changes, today is the day. Here are ten things to start doing for yourself today.

1. Start making your own happiness a priority:

It's important to take time for yourself and realize that your needs matter.

2. Start spending time with the right people:

Surround yourself with people that bring you up and make you happy. Be around people that bring out the best in you and want to see you succeed.

3. Start noticing and living in the present:

Right now is a miracle. Right now is the only moment guaranteed to you. Right now is life. We have to stop worrying about the future and thinking about the past, and learn to be in the 'here and now.'

4. Start facing your problems head on:

It isn't your problems that define you, but how you react to them and recover from them. Problems will not disappear unless you take action. It's all about taking baby steps in the right direction.

5. Start giving thanks:

Gratitude is important. Take time to notice and reflect upon the things you're thankful for, and you'll experience more positive emotions.

6. Start forgiving yourself and others:

That doesn't mean you're erasing the past or forgetting what happened. It means you're letting go of resentment, and instead choosing to learn from the incident and move on with your life.

7. Start accepting things when they are less than perfect:

Sometimes it's better to accept and appreciate the world as it is, and people as they are, rather than trying to make everything and everyone conform to an impossible ideal.

8. Start being honest with yourself:

Be honest about what's right, as well as what needs to be changed.

9. Start celebrating the little things:

Small wins build you up to have more success. Every small victory counts.

10. Start simplifying your life:

If you are feeling too overwhelmed, start with seeing what you can remove to make your life have more balance and joy.

Report this Content
This article has not been reviewed by Odyssey HQ and solely reflects the ideas and opinions of the creator.
the beatles
Wikipedia Commons

For as long as I can remember, I have been listening to The Beatles. Every year, my mom would appropriately blast “Birthday” on anyone’s birthday. I knew all of the words to “Back In The U.S.S.R” by the time I was 5 (Even though I had no idea what or where the U.S.S.R was). I grew up with John, Paul, George, and Ringo instead Justin, JC, Joey, Chris and Lance (I had to google N*SYNC to remember their names). The highlight of my short life was Paul McCartney in concert twice. I’m not someone to “fangirl” but those days I fangirled hard. The music of The Beatles has gotten me through everything. Their songs have brought me more joy, peace, and comfort. I can listen to them in any situation and find what I need. Here are the best lyrics from The Beatles for every and any occasion.

Keep Reading...Show less
Being Invisible The Best Super Power

The best superpower ever? Being invisible of course. Imagine just being able to go from seen to unseen on a dime. Who wouldn't want to have the opportunity to be invisible? Superman and Batman have nothing on being invisible with their superhero abilities. Here are some things that you could do while being invisible, because being invisible can benefit your social life too.

Keep Reading...Show less
houses under green sky
Photo by Alev Takil on Unsplash

Small towns certainly have their pros and cons. Many people who grow up in small towns find themselves counting the days until they get to escape their roots and plant new ones in bigger, "better" places. And that's fine. I'd be lying if I said I hadn't thought those same thoughts before too. We all have, but they say it's important to remember where you came from. When I think about where I come from, I can't help having an overwhelming feeling of gratitude for my roots. Being from a small town has taught me so many important lessons that I will carry with me for the rest of my life.

Keep Reading...Show less
​a woman sitting at a table having a coffee
nappy.co

I can't say "thank you" enough to express how grateful I am for you coming into my life. You have made such a huge impact on my life. I would not be the person I am today without you and I know that you will keep inspiring me to become an even better version of myself.

Keep Reading...Show less
Student Life

Waitlisted for a College Class? Here's What to Do!

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

99307
college students waiting in a long line in the hallway
StableDiffusion

Course registration at college can be a big hassle and is almost never talked about. Classes you want to take fill up before you get a chance to register. You might change your mind about a class you want to take and must struggle to find another class to fit in the same time period. You also have to make sure no classes clash by time. Like I said, it's a big hassle.

This semester, I was waitlisted for two classes. Most people in this situation, especially first years, freak out because they don't know what to do. Here is what you should do when this happens.

Keep Reading...Show less

Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Facebook Comments