A BETTER YOU IN 7 DAYS

BY MR TAN

1. Know your purpose

Are you still wandering through life with little or no direction, hoping that you'll
find happiness, health and prosperity? Instead of this leave-it-to-the-God way
of life, it is time for a change. Make a real move by identifying your life
purpose or mission statement to lead you out of the dead end. Remember,
you can make a big difference to yourself.
2. Know your values
What do you value most? List out your top 5 values with a pen now. You can
write about security, freedom, family, spiritual development, learning and
other aspects your find crucial in your life. As you set your goals, check them
so they don’t go against your values. Revise them if they don’t align with your
values so you will not find excuses for not completing any of the goals you
have set for yourself.

3. Know your needs

Knowing your needs is the first step of living authentically. You must take care
of yourself. Ask yourself whether you have the need to be acknowledged, to
be right, to be in control, to be loved? People who lived their lives not realising
their dreams often feel the lack of something in the deepest of their heart. List
your top five needs and take necessary actions to achieve them.

4. Know your passions

Recognize the things you love in life. By knowing your passions, obstacles like
doubt and lack of enthusiasm will not derail your journey to become the
person you wish to be. Express yourself and honour the people who has
inspired you to become the very person you wanted to be.

5. Live from the inside out

Breathe deeply to quiet your distracted mind. You may do it at the comfort of
your own home. Listening to some classical music is a good way. Leave your

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phone alone for a while to meditate and have deep and meaningful
conversation with inner you

6. Honor your strengths

All of us have our strength. Ask yourself what special talents do you have? List
them down. You will increase your self-confidence when you have faith in
yourself. Use your strength to serve others so you can love yourself even
more.

7. Share with others

Share your spirit and knowledge with other for the rewards of sharing them is
indeed rewarding. When you are appreciated, you will find a real peace and
fulfilment.

Thanks for reading.