What’s your greatest investment in life so far? If you are like most people chances are that education, career, and material possessions are likely to make it to the top of that list.
But did you know that you (yes, you) should be the most important item on the list of what to invest in? Unfortunately, most of us are too busy chasing after success until we forget to focus on ourselves – we end up treating ourselves as low-priority items.
Unfortunately, we end up putting too much pressure on ourselves. And that means we don’t focus on our happiness or personal growth, probably because we don’t think we’re worth it.
Whichever way you look at it, the simple act of investing in yourself has more benefits than downsides. So, the moment you think that you are less important – think again. Here’s a run-down of a few investments that you can make today to create a positive impact in your life.
Stability
One of the reasons why some people sink into depression is because of the lack of stability in life. We’re talking about emotional stability, financial stability and so forth. Don’t make the mistake that most people make – that of investing all your time and resources toward career goals, at the expense of your own personal growth. Take a few minutes every week to reflect on your own stability, build strong relationships and focus on planning for financial security. Those may seem like minor things to do but the truth is that they indeed have the potential to influence your stability and eventually transform your life. So, start by taking action today while appreciating that it’s the little things you do that eventually count.
Count Your Blessings
Life is a long and tough journey and if you’re not careful enough you might end up losing your mind in pursuit of elusive goals. So, no matter what you choose to invest in – be it education, business, fitness or anything else, it’s always important to acknowledge and celebrate small wins. The sense of accomplishment that comes with appreciating the steps made in life can go a long way in injecting positive energy into your mindset.
Your Network, Your Net Worth
No matter how good or futuristic your plans are, it’s normal to stumble and falter in life. At your weakest moments, it is the connections you have managed to establish in your life that can come to your rescue. So, avoid isolating yourself. Identify people who can add value to your life and link up with them. Remember, when it comes to creating new networks, you are better off establishing connections long before you need them. As such, even if your life seems perfect right now, keep working on building those connections – and never ever underestimate the value of having a good friend in life.
Face Your Fears
Don’t wait until you are cornered to react. Get out of your comfort zone and face your fears. Sign up for that workshop, go for that trip, enroll for that rock climbing mission, give bungee jumping a shot. Doing the kind of stuff that scares you can boost your confidence in a manner that you have never seen before. And with a greater degree of confidence, it is easier to set higher goals in life and work toward them. Most importantly, with confidence, it’s possible to face tasks you never thought were possible.
Remember that you are the most important thing that ever happened in your life. So, wake up and face each new day with confidence. Put in place measures to ensure stability in life and most importantly build the connections that matter long before you even need them.