Simple Rules to Live by for a Successful And Fulfilling Life
“Whether you think you can, or you think you can’t—you’re right.”
1. Believe in Yourself , but Be Aware of Your Limitations
The first step to accomplishing all your goals and making your dreams come true starts with this simple realization that you are human:
You are not perfect and you can’t do everything alone.
Always keep things realistic. Don’t put so much pressure on yourself that you find it hard to move; trust yourself to deliver what you need to, but also be prepared to cut yourself some slack.
Own up when you make a mistake. Set goals, and enjoy the journey.
2. Family First
My priority is my family, and I left work to start my own freelancing career for the flexible hours it gives.
That doesn’t mean that my work is not important—it just means that I have to operate in a way that works for me and my family.
How important is it to you that you spend time with your family? Are you making sure that your work doesn’t prevent you from doing just that? What sort of arrangements have you made to make it happen?
You don’t have to stop living your life for your family members, but you’ll feel far less guilt if you prioritise and make time for them.
3. Pay Attention to the Moment
Stop thinking about what happened in the past, or worry about what might happen in the future.
Live in the moment and learn to savour each one
4. Have a Positive Mindset
You are what you think all day long.
If you have nothing but negative thoughts racing through your ahead, then that’s what you are going to get, so try shifting to a more positive outlook on life.
You will be surprised to see that whatever you wished for will start to manifest itself around you.
5. Always Be Reflective
Do you ever think about yourself in moments of solitude?
What makes you, you? What makes you tick? What bores you to death? What sort of things do you dream of? What can’t you get over? What regrets do you have of your past?
Take some time to think about those things and you’ll understand yourself more clearly and deeply. You’d be surprised at the life-changing impact such reflection can bring.
6. Surround Yourself with Supportive People
Three things can change your life: friends, books and your thoughts.
Choose them wisely.
Avoid naysayers and party-poopers
