2016年02月05日
(2016-02-05 22:33:16)
February is National Boost
Your Self Esteem Month!
The SSO is committed to
partnering with each of you every single day to ensure we value
ourselves and know the importance of self-care. Below is an excerpt
from “Boost Your
Self-Esteem: 10 Ways To Feel Good About Yourself Right Now”,
highlighting practical ways to continuously speak positive things
about ourselves and boost our confidence. Please
take a chance to read them and practice them
frequently.
1. Stop comparing yourself to
others. Trying to live up to or exceed
someone else’s personal best is a losing game. As the saying goes,
“How boring would it be if we were all the same?” Focus on being
the best you that you can be.
2. Compliment yourself
regularly, either by looking in the mirror
and saying something you like about yourself or writing it in a
journal. Many times, we’re quick to compliment others on their
success but hesitate to do the same for ourselves.
3. Exercise consistently, at
least 30 minutes of exercise several times a week, to strengthen
muscles and to burn calories. Improve your physical strength, and
you may feel a sense of empowerment that can dramatically enhance
your self-esteem.
4. Simply
smile. The mere act of smiling
changes blood flow to the brain and can actually makes you feel
happier and relieve tension. A smile sets off chemical and physical
reactions within your mind and body, releasing endorphins that
boost your mood.
5. Focus on your
accomplishments. Forgive yourself
for mistakes and focus on the positive by celebrating your
victories. Consider writing them down so you can review and reflect
when you’re feeling down and need to renew your
confidence.
6. Get the support you need to
succeed. Join a weight-loss support group,
like TOPS, which can help you to stay on track to accomplish your
wellness goals. Fellow members will help keep you
motivated.
7. Make a list of your positive
qualities. Are you generous? Kind? Write down at least ten
positive qualities about yourself and return to this list as often
as needed to boost your morale.
8. Find something special in each
day. Even if it’s in a small way,
do something pleasant and rewarding, like catching up on your
favorite television show, taking a walk to the park, or indulging
in a bubble bath. Or treat yourself to something small that isn’t a
food or beverage, like a manicure or a new piece of costume
jewelry.
9. Eat
better. Pay attention to your food choices
and nourish your body. Buy healthier foods and prepare
well-balanced meals that will help give you energy and feel like
your best self – not sluggish and
overstuffed.
10. Explore a
passion. Whether it’s a side job, hobby,
or as a volunteer, pursuing your passion in even a small way can
lead to a sense of purpose and significantly improve your overall
happiness and quality of life.
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