The world is full of possibilities, but from time to time too much discerning and thinking can hamper the progress. How to be your better ? Changing your life for the better is all about taking one step at a time. People are tempted to take shortcuts, but actually, this might result in making your journey longer and more strenuous. Acknowledging you need improvements is the first step. Reflective techniques, Dharana, Dhyana techniques of Yoga help to take the first step. The next step is taking action. Here are some Yogic tips to start and improve your life for the better.
Handy Yogic tips that will help you improve your life for the better.
Be appreciative
Be appreciative of what you have right now. An attitude of gratitude is essential. This helps to realise what you have instead of worrying about what you may not be getting. This changes your perception for the better.
Grow up
Adults have the aptitude to learn to delay gratification. We have a choice as to how we behave or react when things don’t go our way. Take the high road, saves you the trouble of overthinking on ways to get back. Also, you will save enough energy to end up where you want to be. Vairagya Bhava helps to grow up for the better.
Follow routines
Stick to a healthy routine. We are creatures of habit. Good habits, such as eating on time, getting regular exercise or yoga etc., makes us feel better. Maintaining good habits helps us get better control over our daily lives.
Start early
Plan your day the night before. All successful people make each day purposeful. Make a list of what you have to do the next day or two. This allows the subconscious is in awareness mode and you work better.
Emotion control
Do not ignore your emotions and feelings. Remember feelings and facts are different. Emotions need to be balanced every day. Write ten positive points every day. This is therapeutic. Try it.
Drop resentments
We all have resentments. It can be toward our spouses, parents, peers, boss etc. This reduces your productivity. By picking to drop them, you will make your life much better and travel lighter.
Safeguard against negativity
Sometimes we get into negative feedback circles without realising it. Avoid negative thinking and negative people they drain energy. You will attract what you are, so be positive.
Let go
Past is gone. We tend to live in the past especially in our heads. Just breathe right with Pranayamas and let go. We all make mistakes. But move on for the better.
Know thy self
Yoga stills the mind. This leads to knowing yourself. Accept who you “really are.” Learn to honour yourself. Do not compromise your personal values. Always strive to be your better self.
Enjoy
Enjoy something every day. Little smiles and happy moments make life worthwhile. When you begin to see there is something good happening every day; it will change your life for the better.