We all think that we are good and decent people, and it's true. We all have good in us and do things that make us good people, but we also have room to grow. We should never stop trying to become better, so here are 6 things you can do to be a little better.
1. Listen more than you speak
Listening to someone and actually hearing what they have to say is something everyone needs. We are all going through ups and downs and having someone there to listen to our problems as well as celebrate our victories is sometimes all we really need; be that person for others. - James 1:19
2. Give what you can
Every cent and every minute that goes toward helping others is never a waste. Always keep an eye out for charities you want to donate to and volunteer opportunities that need your help. Giving your time or money goes a long way to helping those in need as well as changes you for the better. - Proverbs 19:17
3. Be Thankful
Always be thankful for what you have, no matter how small. Learning to appreciate all the little gifts can keep us from taking the bigger things for granted. Try writing down the things you are thankful for. This can help us appreciate them better and is said to help make us happier. - 1 Thessalonians 5:18
4. Take risk
The lessons one can learn from taking risks is far greater than those we learn from our comfort zones. Risks can be blessings we wouldn't have otherwise gotten or mistakes we learn and grow from. Either way, taking risks will help you to learn, grow, and become stronger. - 2 Corinthians 5:7
5. Live in the present
One lesson that we all learn sooner to later is that we aren't here for very long. Life is too short to worry about the little things or to dwell on what we can’t change. Focus on today and make it as good as it can be. Always strive to have something good come out of each day. - Matthew 6:34
6. Love as much as you can
Again, life is short. Love as many things and as many people as you can. Love your family, friends, neighbors, bus drivers, teachers, cops, waiters, doctors and anyone and everyone else that you can. Show love to everyone because love is powerful and just what this world needs. - John 13:34
Now I challenge you to pick two, three or even all six of these and put them to the test! Have your own ideas of how to better yourself? Comment them below so that we may all become better people any way that fits us best!
