Sometimes, we focus purely on the one or two aspects of our health, and forget that our well-being is multi-dimensional. Give your multi-layered self a treat by taking a look at the 5 areas below and identifying a couple of things in areas that you've not previously focused on, or haven't paid attention to in awhile.
Body | Emotions |
1. Breathe deeply | 1. Identify what’s making you blue. |
2. Get at least 6.5 hours of sleep. | 2. Find out your family’s mental health history. |
3. Exercise or move your body for 30 minutes a day. | 3. “Unplug” and spend time away from the Internet. |
4. Get outdoors for a few minutes each day. | 4. Declutter your space. |
5. Eat foods with healthy fats. | 5. Embrace change. |
6. Eat enough calories to support your activity. | 6. Pamper yourself without feeling guilty. |
7. Have breakfast. | 7. Keep your anger in check. |
8. Quit smoking. | 8. Seek to understand first and then be understood. |
9. Make time for sex. | 9. Connect with your friends |
10. Reduce alcohol intake to <2> | 10. Ask yourself, “What do I need?” |
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Career | Mind |
1. Find a job (or aspects within your current job) that you enjoy. | 1. Journal. |
2. Pursue one of your childhood dreams. | 2. Keep learning new things. |
3. Socialize with your colleagues. | 3. Focus on your health and what makes you happy, instead of focusing on the number on the scale. |
4. Don’t second guess yourself. | 4. You are unique. Quit comparing yourself with others. |
5. Reduce multi-tasking. | 5. Find joy in the simple, non-material things in life. |
6. Distinguish between who you are and your career. | 6. Set goals that are challenging, but realistic. |
7. Delegate | 7. Find a role model. |
8. Reduce the amount of noise/distractions in your office | 8. Embrace your imperfections. |
9. Keep a running list of your accomplishments/successes | 9. Worrying is a waste of creativity. |
10. Take time off | 10. Laugh, giggle, and give yourself a dose of fun. |
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Relationships | |
1. Learn from your parents. | |
2. Give merit to the advice given by your friends. | |
3. Set aside “ME” time | |
4. Invite a friend to do an activity with you that you normally do solo. | |
5. Be more patient and less quick to criticize. | |
6. End unhealthy relationships. | |
7. Volunteer. | |
8. Tear down grudges. | |
9. Let it out. It’s OK to cry. | |
10. Be impeccable with your words. | |
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