3 Key Ingredients for Self Improvement

Most people want to change – to do better, be better, achieve more. Many don’t know where to start. There are three things that must be present if lasting change is to take place:

Know who you are and what you believe – this is bedrock. This is not an easy task. It takes time and attention to get to know yourself. In our world of constant communication and instant everything, this can be a challenge. You don’t have to take long periods of time – hours and hours of meditation are not essential unless you are a yogi. But daily time with you is required. Take a walk with a purpose – to learn one new thing about you. Or give yourself five minutes every morning to reflect on your strengths and, oh, yes, your weaknesses. What are your good habits and what are your bad habits? What are your likes and dislikes? Pay attention during the day for clues to this. “I just love ___________, I really would like __________ or I just can’t stand ___________, I never want to __________. This will lead you to some important information about you. What are your beliefs and disbeliefs? I had a friend who says, “If you don’t know what you stand for, you’ll fall for anything.” Clich