The relationship with yourself is the closest and most important relationship you will ever have in your life. Can you remember the last time someone told you that they love you and you are the whole world to them? When was the last time you were praised for a job well done or supported in a difficult situation? When was the last time you yourself were that person? When you said that you love yourself, respect and value; when praised, encouraged, motivated?
If you find it difficult to remember the last time you extended a helping hand to yourself, you should consider your relationship with yourself. Here are 10 tips to improve them:
1. Stop creating a barrier between yourself and the present moment
Constant thinking about the past or the future will not lead to anything good. You are depriving yourself of the opportunity to enjoy life. Of course, it's important to make plans for the future and analyze the past, but spend no more than one percent of your time on this.
2. Do not forget about your inner world: it can be quiet and comfortable
If you are often stressed and need support, be mindful of your inner world. You can find comfort in it too. Your best friend is yourself.
3. You are worthy. You are in your place
Don't doubt yourself. Accept all your accomplishments with gratitude.
4. Don't cling to old wounds
Mistakes, failures, breakups, betrayal - there are many reasons in life because of which we experience pain. And hardly anyone will be able to avoid this. You need to learn to accept life's troubles and not cling to old wounds. Let go of everything.
5. Don't act like you don't care
Indifference to everything, you can miss out on many opportunities that could change you and your life for the better. Show interest in life, pay attention to the people around you. Show them that you value their presence in your life.
6. Appreciate what you have
Almost all people are rich in their own way: some do not need money, others have wonderful friends, and still others have a large and loving family. Striving for the best is great, but remember to appreciate what you have.
7. Don't make too many expectations
Usually expectations lead to disappointment. So don't think too much about it. Better to hope for less and get more than the other way around.
8. Eliminate negative people from your life
Don't waste time with toxic people. Your mental health depends a lot on your environment. Therefore, be smart about choosing the people with whom you spend the most time.
9. Fear shouldn't rule your life
Fear is a natural emotion that almost everyone experiences. And your goal is not to get rid of fear, but to learn how to control it. Don't let fear drive you.
10. Don't tell yourself that happiness will come at some particular moment.
Don't think that a certain moment will come, some event will happen, some person will appear, and then you will suddenly become happy. You already have everything to be happy - just make the right choice.
