September Arithmetic

It’s the season for back to school.  You may be preparing yourself or someone else for the start of a new learning experience, but even if you aren’t,  this time of year can bring back that feeling of a fresh start, a time to try something new.  This September add one or more of the following ideas into your daily life:

1.     Focus on one small habit you’d like to develop.  Some to consider: drink a glass of water first thing in the morning, go for a short walk before lunch, plan your meals for the day or week, turn off your technology by a certain time every night, set an alarm to go to bed, say “no” more.

2.     Stop assuming you know what others need you to do.  Ask!

3.     Develop a mantra to get you through tough times or to stay motivated.  Try and keep it to three words or less.

4.     Listen. Take the time to listen to your body, your heart, your gut – it rarely steers you in the wrong direction.

5.     Find the positive.  Try and find the upside or learning from a negative thought or experience.

6.     Focus on cultivating wellness.  Give your body every healthy opportunity it needs, wants and deserves.

7.     Get moving!  Do something that makes you smile and sweat.

8.     Be Kind. Let go of perfection and embrace your imperfections.

9.     Reach out.  Tell someone that they are loved or that they are not alone.

10. Remain open.   Open to others, open to success, open to new experiences, open to loving yourself.

Learning how to live your best life is an on-going process.  Trying one or more of the ideas listed above is a fantastic first step.  In the end it all adds up to a healthier and happier life.