1. Practice the Power of Positivity
Look for the positive in whatever you do, recognizing the opportunity, and thriving in the chance to challenge yourself. Though it’s not always easy, maintaining a practice of looking for the positive, can help with overall sense of well-being and self-esteem.
2. Expect to Mess Up. Embrace it and use it as a force for connection.
Part of the fabric of our humanity means that perfection is elusive. Instead of striving for not making mistakes, strive for owning the lessons along the way, embracing the fact that you tried spectacularly. Welcome the chaos that life throws your way by reflecting about it with loved ones—family, your kids, close friends—hold space for talking about mistakes or set backs and see if that creates more foundation for connection for others as well.
3. Strive for your personal best. No more; no less.
A competitive spirit can create stress and undermine your accomplishments, if you’re always chasing something more. Focusing on being a better version of yourself everyday–no more; no less–can help you create you focus on moving through your day with presence, without compromising your uniqueness to chase an idea of who you have to be.
4. Celebrate the small successes!
Recognizing your small successes creates a boost of confidence and gives you the positive momentum to celebrate the process of getting to your goals, rather than chasing outcomes, missing the opportunity for gratitude along the way.
5. Stay Present
Thinking about what you can’t control in the future or what has set you back in the past, removes you from the present moment. Whether it’s practicing mindfulness, grounding techniques or just sticking to one thing at a time, make space in your life for fully attending to the small things, it fosters an environment for your authentic self to exist and nurture your inner world, which can help you connect with the busy world around you.