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If you've noticed one thing about society, it's probably that people spend more time complaining than they do anything else. People don't like to count their blessings, it seems. They prefer to count what's going wrong in their lives, and relay that to other people.
Think about it. Is this something that you do? It probably is, even if you don't realize it yet. Try to become more mindful as you speak to people. Even the way you think can be an indicator of how happy you are. Do you find yourself going deep into a negative spiral more often than not? If so, it's a good idea for you to work on ways to improve your life.
Most self development experts will tell you the best, most sustainable way to do this is by taking baby steps. However, sometimes it takes a shock to the system to make a big change. Do you want an idea of some extreme ways you can make your life better right now? Read on for some suggestions!
Delete All Of Your Social Media Accounts
Life without social media - can you picture it? Many people won't be able to, and they have many excuses for it. People think that without social media they will get left behind and forgotten. They think they'll be a hermit. However, since the rise of social media, the rise of teen suicides and mental health issues has risen by around 30% in the USA alone.
Social media can be used in a positive way, but it can also be very negative. Find yourself looking at snippets of other's seemingly 'perfect' lives and cursing your own? Comparing your lifestyle/body/relationship to somebody else's? Procrastinate for hours on end?
The scary thing is, social media is designed with addiction in mind. They want you to spend hours of your life on these things. Doing what? Not a lot! One of the best things you can do to make your life better right now is go on a social media detox.
One week without social media could change your life. Try it and see!
Can you identify some toxic people in your life that aren't doing you any favors? People who bring you down when they are supposed to be lifting you up? People who just aren't supporting you? Cut them out. You can't expect everybody to be an enthusiastic cheerleader, but if you get the feeling that they don't quite want what's best for you, it's time to let them go.
Do you come up with a ton of business ideas but never follow through? It could be time to take the steps to starting that business today, even if it's just some research and a scribbling of ideas. Look at Donaldson Filtration for ideas on filters and parts if your business is industrial. Start anywhere. Take a look at wholesale clothing sites if you want to become a reseller. The important thing is that you start!
Get out of your comfort zone and do something that scares you today. The confidence and exhilaration you can feel from doing this is second to none!