We all want to be the best version of ourselves. We all want to become better than who we are today, whether it be in our careers, relationships, spirituality – any area of life. The pursuit of becoming the best version of yourself is a journey that will challenge us, make us grow and can even have us learn more about what motivates us, drives us and keeps us going on those tough days. If you want to become the best version of yourself, follow these steps.
1. Picture Your Future Self
Imagine the best version of yourself. What does he/she look like? How does he/she speak, think, eat, and interact with others? What is he/she capable of that you aren’t?
Define your ideal self using measurable and attainable adjectives. For example, you can say, "She is strong and eats healthy food in order to improve her health." or "He is kind and treats everyone with compassion." You might want to write these things down and keep them somewhere where you can see them at least once a week to help remind you of what you're working toward.
2. Stop looking for shortcuts
There are no shortcuts to self-improvement. It takes patience, hard work and commitment.
You have to put in the work every single day if you want to become a better person. No matter what you do, no matter how much progress you make, there will always be another day when you have to put in more work than yesterday.
3. Don’t delay
If you're thinking about running a marathon, applying for a degree, or anything else you've always wanted to do but never had the courage to try, now is the time.
The first step to being the best version of yourself is taking a deep breath and making a commitment to change. You are already amazing—but there's always room for improvement!
4. Put what matters to you first
You'll never feel fulfilled if you pursue someone else's expectations. Instead, channel your effort and energy toward what matters most to you. That may mean finding a new passion, taking on new responsibilities, or travelling the world. Only you can determine what brings you joy and purpose in life.
5. Don’t sweat the small stuff
Life will throw you curveballs as you go through it. You’ll make mistakes and embarrass yourself. That’s okay. Learn from your mistakes and setbacks, and appreciate the progress you’re making.
6. Accept help from others
You may be holding yourself back through pride, refusing to accept compliments and praise. To grow and evolve, try accepting help rather than denying it.
Accepting help from others will help you become more than just a single person. It will help you grow into a whole person and become someone who can contribute more than just one part of yourself.
The more people around you see you as someone who is willing to learn from others and become better at things, the easier it will be for them to support you as well.
7. Take a breather from social media
Social media platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn tend to be deeply embedded in our lives today. While they keep us connected and informed, they can also lead to feelings of inadequacy, inferiority, and self-doubt.
If you catch yourself scrolling your feeds and find yourself feeling down, not uplifted by the positive posts, establish boundaries. And if you feel inadequate as you browse social media, remember that people tend to post their best moments, not their worst ones.
8. Celebrate small victories
Celebrate every small step toward your goal. Celebrate every win, no matter how small. When setting a goal, break it up into smaller tasks that are easier to accomplish and track your progress as you move toward your final goal. Rewarding yourself along the way with something small will keep you motivated until you reach your ultimate destination.
9. Speak up for yourself
Your opinion matters. If you see something that needs to be changed, speak out! If you're nervous about doing so, don't be. The more you practice speaking up, the more confident you'll become.
10. Embrace failure
Don't be afraid to step outside your comfort zone. If you never put yourself in challenging or unfamiliar situations, you'll never develop new skills, discover new interests, or experience personal growth. Take risks. If you fail, it's an opportunity to learn and grow from the experience.
Each victory you make in your life brings you one step closer to being the best person you can be. Each victory marks a decision you made and a plan that you carried out, work that you did to make yourself better. When you reach your goals, the sense of accomplishment will be so great that it will motivate you to set new ones.
That's it! Thanks for reading. I hope you found this blog post helpful. Have a great day/evening!