We all have our good days and not-so-good days. And it’s easy to feel great about ourselves when everything is peachy. However, it’s more of a challenge to feel and look good when things don’t look as rosy. See these tips from Bliss Planet on how to look and feel your best, come what may.
Make more time for self-care
Sure, we might feel that we take plenty of breaks here and there. However, it’s not about how much time you take off, but rather about how you spend it that counts. Moreover, while we may not be inclined to place much importance on taking time out for ourselves and spending this time well, self-care is an important practice that is largely underrated these days but oh so very necessary to get back to feeling our authentic selves again.
Exercise
Suppose you avoid looking in the mirror these days because you know you’ve neglected to incorporate exercise into your daily routine and are feeling out of shape because of it. Then you’ll probably be pleased to hear that just twenty minutes of exercise a day can make a real difference to your overall fitness levels and can help to strengthen and tone your muscles so that you’ll feel more confident when the time comes to dress up and show off your new look!
Eat better
If your diet has gone out the window along with your exercise regime, then perhaps it’s time to relook your diet. While junk food can be comforting, it’s often these guilty pleasures that can wreak havoc on our mental, emotional and physical wellbeing if left unchecked. So, instead of stocking up on comfort foods, opt for plenty of fresh fruit, vegetables, and water instead. Then give it a few days and test if this small lifestyle change has made you feeling happier and re-energized. If it has, then you’re on the right track!
Sleep more
If you’ve been skimping on sleep, then you’re probably well aware of how a lack of sleep can leave you feeling out of sorts. That’s why it’s vital to get those crucial 7 to 9 hours of sleep a night so that you have the energy and focus to pursue the other activities that you enjoy doing.
Eliminate stress
If we are to lead healthier and happier lives, then eliminating stress as much as possible from our current circumstances is one way to feel instantly relaxed and more at peace with our surroundings. And if it’s your job that’s got you feeling more down than usual, then a change of career could be just the thing to set you back on the right track.
However, job-hopping can be stressful in and of itself if you don’t have the necessary qualifications to back you up. In this case, there are many ways to go about enhancing your knowledge, including taking accredited courses online. Some of these institutions even allow you the opportunity to pursue a doctorate while working around your current obligations. Again, just be sure to double-check your facts before signing up to make sure that they are accredited, and the tuition rates are competitively priced compared to what’s generally available out there.
In conclusion, feeling great has got a lot to do with being resolute in your commitment to be a better version of yourself. Once you’ve conquered any mental blocks that may be standing in your way, you’ve already won half the battle to looking and feeling better for today and always!
Author: Hazel Bridges
Ms. Bridges is the creator of AgingWellness.org, a website that aims to provide health and wellness resources for aging seniors. She’s a breast cancer survivor. She challenges herself to live life to the fullest and inspire others to do so as well.
