5 Tips For A Better YOU

This week has been one of slow progress...but still progress. I have come to realize some things lately that have helped me to become more succesful in my goals. I wanted to share them with you.

1. DE-CLUTTER YOUR LIFE. Seriously....get rid of all of that extra baggage, literally AND figuratively. This entire week I have been packing up and getting rid of things I don't need.  Most of the reason we keep things from our past is because we want to be sentimental. Honestly....you don't need it, just take a picture! Give yourself room to start fresh. The same works for people. The past is the past...move on. Save room in your life for the people who truly matter, and stop worrying about those who don't. Wish them well, and go along your way.

2. HAVE THE RIGHT MOTIVATION. What is the reason for this sudden need for change? If its for someone else...stop. People are going to dislike you, and you are just going to have to deal with that. Is it to impress other people? That's not important either. I feel like the key to a confident person is someone who loves themself, and doesn't care what other people think. Do whatever will make YOU happy and confident. If not,  you'll spend the rest of your life trying to be what you THINK everyone else wants you to be.

3. START NOW. None of this "I'm gonna start on Monday" crap! Seriously. The sooner you start, the sooner you can reach your goal.

4. STICK WITH IT. I know it's hard, but you just need three weeks (at least I heard) to make something into a habit. Force yourself for three weeks, and then it won't be so bad. If you need to, start SLOWLY. Don't set unreasonable goals for yourself. I have made this mistake SO many times I can't even count. You just get overwhelmed so fast and that's why you quit. Don't overwhelm yourself...or you will get burned out.

5. DON'T RELY ON OTHER PEOPLE. I know it's nice to have a support system, but it really comes down to one person....you. Yes, it is nice to have people with similar goals to help you along the way, but sometimes people can bring you down. You can still have a support system, but make sure you aren't relying on them too much! I hate to say this, but...unless it's your parents, their main concern is for their own well-being. You're responsible to keep yourself on track!

So, there you have it. I have been thinking about these things a lot this week, and it has really helped me! I hope it motivates you to achieve your goals!

Update: I have succesfully finished the first five days of the BOM challenge. 1 Nephi is DANG GOOD so far....just sayin'. If you haven't started it, you should! It isn't too bad, only about 2-3 chapters every day.

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