Recognise that you are worthy of love and happiness. Embrace your strengths and weaknesses. Give yourself credit for your efforts and learn to enjoy your own company.
Accept Yourself
Examine how you speak to yourself. Choose kind and inspiring words. Forgive yourself for past decisions and move forward from the past. Treat yourself extra gently when you’re struggling.
Develop self-compassion
Plant powerful intentions in your mind. Identify the things that you want more of in your life and what you want to contribute to the world.
Set intentions
Create empowering statements that strengthen your motivation and boost your energy. Repeat them throughout the day. Ensure your affirmations are positive, specific, and written in the present tense.
Consider affirmations
Spend your first and last moments of the day cultivating your spiritual side. You could pray, meditate, or list the things that you’re grateful for.
Create patterns
Find something to be grateful for and it will be a lot easier to look on the bright side of things. Focus on what you like about your co-workers, family, current situation, studies, obstacles, neighbours, etc.
Think positive
Make conscious choices instead of going through life on autopilot. Notice your habitual reactions and ask yourself if there are more constructive solutions that you could try. You might praise your children instead of nagging them or empathise with the next person instead of arguing with them.
Be mindful
It’s difficult to appreciate life when you’re rushing around. Stop for a few moments and pay attention to your breath. Focus on one task at a time and discover the joys of being fully present.
Slow down
Cut down on activities that drain your time and provide little lasting satisfaction. Track how much time you spend watching TV or checking social media.
Limit distractions
Spirituality can be fun! Look for the humor in challenging situations and be willing to laugh at yourself.
Smile and laugh
Protect your health and wellbeing by consuming a balanced diet, exercising regularly, and sleeping well. Manage stress and maintain a healthy work-life balance.
Practice self-care
Reach out to others with similar spiritual interests and values. If you’re part of an organised faith community, participate actively in events and discussions. If you’re looking for new friends, try going to retreats, author talks, or meetup groups.
Build a community
Do you feel like you would benefit from some instruction and guidance? Search in your community for leaders and establishments where you can find someone to work with or ask for referrals.
Find a teacher
Nurture strong and supportive relationships with your family, friends, and coworkers. Work on your communication and listening skills. Be generous with sharing your time and resources.
Encourage cooperation
A spiritual journey involves challenging your self-imposed limitations and embracing uncertainty. You may sometimes feel uncomfortable as you look more deeply into yourself and question your assumptions, but the rewards are worth it.
Take risks
Embrace the journey, and you'll find joy in creating a stronger spiritual version of you.