Become the best version of yourself
You can do more than you think!
Your sense of self is ever-changing, not static. There’s a person you are at home, which is likely different from who you are at work or school. How you act and present yourself in public may be quite different from how you are with loved ones. But which one is your best self? You may feel like it’s a combination of all those options mentioned above — or none of them at all. Learning how to be true to yourself is an age-old struggle. You may feel that your mind, body, and heart tell you to act one way, but society demands you to act differently. But exploring your authentic self can teach you how to be true to yourself in a relationship, to be comfortable in your own skin, and to live the life of your dreams. Putting in the work can be overwhelming, but it’s worth it in the long run. That’s why we put together these tips, on how to be the best version of yourself.
Don’t delay: Thinking about running that marathon? Register today. Eager to pursue that degree? Start preparing your application. The first step to doing anything worthwhile is beginning. And while it can be quite challenging to make that initial leap, without kicking off the process, you won’t get anywhere.
Prioritize what matters to you — not others: You’ll never feel fulfilled if you live trying to meet someone else's expectations. Instead, channel your effort and energy toward what matters to you. That may be your family, travel, or reading a good book regularly. Only you can determine what’s most important to your happiness and sense of purpose in life.
Don’t sweat the small stuff: Unexpected events will undoubtedly arise as you go through life. You’ll make errors and embarrass yourself. That’s okay. Learn from your mistakes and setbacks and be grateful for the progress you’re making.
Accept help from others: Your pride can hold you back from accepting praise and evolving. Try to work against this, and accept help rather than denying it.
Take a break from social media: Platforms like Twitter, Facebook, and even Linkedin are deeply embedded in our lives. But even as social media keeps us connected and informed, it can lead to comparison and self-doubt. If you find that scrolling your feeds leaves you feeling down, not uplifted, try to establish boundaries. And if you feel inadequate as you browse social media, remember people tend to post their highlights, not low moments.
Celebrate small victories: The little things matter. Celebrating even small wins will give you the motivation to keep going until you reach your final goal. If you’re focusing on one big goal, try splitting it into steps so that you’re seeing progress. Don’t forget to reward yourself as you hit benchmarks and milestones!
