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47 thoughts on “Suggestions for Self-improvement”
Thanks for sharing that list, Amanda. Mine would be more teaching…less judging when it comes to my kids. I should always remember this. Oh and more kindness, less anger – that way maybe they’ll learn to be gentle as they grow up. 🙂
Eliminating judging is a big challenge for most of us. Society judges us continually, and it is reinforced every day.
We can never have too much kindness or education. There is always so much to learn, isn’t there?
I read the whole list, but I’m picking the first choice 😉 Having to stay home pretty much 24/7 for the last 7 months, Chéri and I have decided to uncluther our apartment from everything useless in our lives… I hope you’re safe and well 🙂 *big hugs* xx
I totally agree… And I think that being forced to stay home for so long has helped understanding that letting go of things we hadn’t used in years is very liberating 😉
You can also make room for new things by de-cluttering. Although a lot of people like simple living and don’t fill it up again. What do you think you will do?
Great choice, Kate. We can always learn something from every single person we meet. A life long independent learner is my goal. Less judging is the challenge thrown down for me on a daily basis. It is such an ingrained habit, I must try so hard to eliminate it from my life as it was a staple diet at school.
On Wednesday, October 7, 2020, Something to Ponder About wrote:
> Forestwood posted: ” This is not my list but I am going to use this to > practice one aspect today. Which one speaks to you today? Pick one today to > aspire to. ” >
Yes! Decluttering. I hate clutter of any kind and I try to keep my space as minimalist as possible. I focus better in a free space. But sometimes, clutter builds up without our knowing, so I’ll be going through my things today with a fine tooth comb.
Good on you, Naya. A simple life is more easily managed. Many of us crave possessions but they can become an albatross around the neck, if we are not careful. Better to check the accumulation at the start.
Mine would be more learning, less judging, and more living, less existing. I have to admit I’ve gotten into a rut lately, but haven’t been doing much to climb out. Thanks for sharing and here’s to continual self improvement.
Only recently been able to put principles into practice. At the beginning of our lockdown here in March I discovered a free app called Oak. I love it, three choices of breathing excercises and three of mindful meditations. The app gives reminder prompts and is particularly useful when life gets hectic.
I like the one about living > existing. I think that’s what we ought to do more of in order to become better within ourselves. Living and becoming our truth. A lot of people just believe and go with what they’re told but I believe true living is when you realise your gift and who you are. I think it also starts with intention, I wrote about that in a fairly recent post https://livingpf.com/2020/12/04/things-i-did-this-year-to-better-myself/ , I would love your take on it.
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Thanks for sharing that list, Amanda. Mine would be more teaching…less judging when it comes to my kids. I should always remember this. Oh and more kindness, less anger – that way maybe they’ll learn to be gentle as they grow up. 🙂
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Eliminating judging is a big challenge for most of us. Society judges us continually, and it is reinforced every day.
We can never have too much kindness or education. There is always so much to learn, isn’t there?
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That’s so true Amanda 🙂
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I read the whole list, but I’m picking the first choice 😉 Having to stay home pretty much 24/7 for the last 7 months, Chéri and I have decided to uncluther our apartment from everything useless in our lives… I hope you’re safe and well 🙂 *big hugs* xx
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Decluttering seems to be a popular choice from this list, C. So much accumulated stuff weighs us down mentally as well as physically.
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I totally agree… And I think that being forced to stay home for so long has helped understanding that letting go of things we hadn’t used in years is very liberating 😉
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You can also make room for new things by de-cluttering. Although a lot of people like simple living and don’t fill it up again. What do you think you will do?
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Thanks for the hugs. I’ll send some huge ones back!! Or hygge ones – lol!
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Ohhhh Hygge hugs, I love those 😉
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Lol.
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More learning, less judging. Thanks for sharing. ❤
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Great choice, Kate. We can always learn something from every single person we meet. A life long independent learner is my goal. Less judging is the challenge thrown down for me on a daily basis. It is such an ingrained habit, I must try so hard to eliminate it from my life as it was a staple diet at school.
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Yes, so true for me as well.
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Great tips!
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Thanks for saying that Choco.
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You’re welcome 😇
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Great list. I’m decluttering too.
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Decluttering is so liberating.
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“A Vital Reminder”
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On Wednesday, October 7, 2020, Something to Ponder About wrote:
> Forestwood posted: ” This is not my list but I am going to use this to > practice one aspect today. Which one speaks to you today? Pick one today to > aspire to. ” >
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A beautiful list. And all great tips
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Thank you Naya. Is there one that stands out for you?
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Yes! Decluttering. I hate clutter of any kind and I try to keep my space as minimalist as possible. I focus better in a free space. But sometimes, clutter builds up without our knowing, so I’ll be going through my things today with a fine tooth comb.
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Good on you, Naya. A simple life is more easily managed. Many of us crave possessions but they can become an albatross around the neck, if we are not careful. Better to check the accumulation at the start.
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Mine would be more learning, less judging, and more living, less existing. I have to admit I’ve gotten into a rut lately, but haven’t been doing much to climb out. Thanks for sharing and here’s to continual self improvement.
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More living, less existing. It sums it all up, doesn’t it, Stuart? If we merely exist, what value has life to offer us?
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More clutter in the garden in the shape of trees and bushes, and less inside my home. Do I really need all those knives, forks and glasses?
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If you are thriwing a party, Gerard, you might. Clutter can weigh you down. Get out the whippersnipper.
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Yes.
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A beautiful list. Claps to you. The name of your blog is interesting too. Its only when we ponder on something, magic happens. I wrote something on similar lines here https://sunniesmybunnies.wordpress.com/2020/10/10/what-i-am-doing-since-lockdown-to-have-abundance-in-my-life/
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Thanks for the applause, Nidhi. I am happy that you like my blog name. I think it might be pretty unique. I will check out your post.
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Great thanks
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Mindful.
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I love practising mindfulness! I found it therapeutic and balancing. Do you have a preferred way to be mindful?
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Only recently been able to put principles into practice. At the beginning of our lockdown here in March I discovered a free app called Oak. I love it, three choices of breathing excercises and three of mindful meditations. The app gives reminder prompts and is particularly useful when life gets hectic.
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I like the sound of that app Margaret and I will be sure to look it up. Many thanks for the recommendation.
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You’re welcome Amanda:-)
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Loved this. I would definitely implement this. 😃
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Love this.
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Thank you. I am happy you stopped by.
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I like the one about living > existing. I think that’s what we ought to do more of in order to become better within ourselves. Living and becoming our truth. A lot of people just believe and go with what they’re told but I believe true living is when you realise your gift and who you are. I think it also starts with intention, I wrote about that in a fairly recent post https://livingpf.com/2020/12/04/things-i-did-this-year-to-better-myself/ , I would love your take on it.
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Learning > judging really speaks to me!
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Living > Existing
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Mind-full > Mind-less.
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In a way yes. It is to empty the mind of thought, which is no mean feat if you have a monkey mind!
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