5 Things You Should Do to Become a Better Version of Yourself
We’re living in the midst of an information explosion, and for anyone interested in self-improvement, there’s never been a better time to be alive. Each month, hundreds of new books about becoming the best possible you are published, but, with so many options, reading even a fraction of them seems like an impossible task.
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For a closer look at what you could learn with Blinkist, here are 5 life-changing tips from some of our most popular nonfiction books.
Tip #1: Invest in Your Emotional Intelligence
from Emotional Intelligence by Daniel Goleman
When we experience heightened emotions, our brains bypass rational thought and act out of instincts. But by developing a high degree of emotional intelligence, we can lead healthier, more successful lives while increasing self-awareness.
So rather than rushing to react, recognize your feelings and what causes them, and try putting yourself in other people’s shoes instead of letting your emotions get the best of you.
Tip #2: Stop Hitting Snooze
How we wake up each morning affects our entire day, and if you’re the type of person who repeatedly hits the snooze button, you’re not doing yourself any favors. Change your routine for the better by putting your phone or alarm clock on the other side of the room before you go to bed.
Then, when your alarm clock goes off in the morning, immediately splash some water on your face, then drink a glass of water as fast as you comfortably can. Avoid going back to bed and work on finding your personal success ritual through a combination of silence, affirmations, visualization, exercise, reading, and writing.
Tip #3: Always be authentic
Our lives depend on the depth of our relationships, and by increasing your likeability, you stand to create more meaningful connections with those in your life. To create successful relationships, always be authentic and unbiased, and don’t ever hide your true feelings.
Be genuinely curious and ask open-ended questions to keep a conversation going, but don’t be afraid to skip events where you can’t be your true self. And if you simply can’t get out of something unpleasant, look for aspects that are interesting or find ways to make it more fun.
Tip #4: Allow Yourself to Get Immersed
from Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
Instead of trying to accumulate more cash or power, create intrinsic rewards to gamify your workday. By getting lost in your work or hobbies, you’ll derive more pleasure out of your day and might even find more meaning in your life.
Set a goal of learning all you can about your work environment, and seek out new challenges in order to shed anxiety and gain a clearer perspective on your place in the larger picture.
Tip #5: Practice trumps talent every time
from Bounce: The Myth of Talent and the Power of Practice by Matthew Syed
How far you get in life isn’t determined by your genetics, but by how you spend your time. And no matter what field you’re interested in, plenty of practice is the only way you’ll reach the pinnacle.
Continue to challenge yourself even after surpassing your peers or achieving self-satisfaction, and embrace failure to learn from your shortcomings. Doubts are distracting and affect us physically, so believe in yourself in order to attain greatness.
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Originally published at https://www.blinkist.com.
