Who doesn't want more of that in their life? Start using these tips now to be healthier and happier next year.
Top 10 Tips for Flourishing in 2011:
- Make a list of 5-10 thing that you love to do and that bring you joy.
- Create a vision of yourself flourishing by imagining yourself doing the things you listed.
- Write down a description of how your life will be better as you do more of the things that make you flourish.
- Share your list and vision with others who care about you and will support your efforts.
- Let go of the notion of a quick fix or magic bullet for health and happiness.
Accept that you are in it for the long haul.
Lasting change promotes new perspectives, learning and new confidence. - Stop "should"-ing all over yourself! Take the words "would, could and should" out of your vocabulary.
Think "I will ______, so that I can________.
" This statement will help you connect with the deeper meaning and importance for increasing lifelong wellness. - Develop appealing small goals that you are confident that you can achieve.
Accomplishing something you set out to do (even if it's a small thing) increases confidence and breeds success. - Enjoy the present - make the most of your current situation and keep a positive outlook.
Life has its ups and downs, staying positive builds resilience - which leads to success. - Reward yourself - recognize your efforts and celebrate your successes along the way.
- At the end of the year, reflect back on 2011 and appreciate your progress, whatever it looks like.