We all want to thrive better than we were. For that, we need to focus on self-improvement and personal growth. So, if you are a person who seeks to build a better version of yourself, you need to know about the steps that you should take.
In this article, we will explore seven steps that you can try to achieve the best possible version of yourself.
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Setting SMART Goals
One powerful way to achieve your best version is, by setting goals. Goals assist us by providing a clear direction on where to go. Your goals need to be “SMART” (Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound)
Also, you need to break large goals into smaller, more manageable steps. Then you need to start working to achieve those smaller goals. By accomplishing smaller first, you will move towards big goals step by step.
Goals provide us clarity on where to go. Hence, you will be able to create a roadmap that will help you to stay focused and motivated even when you face challenges. Not only that but once you achieve the goals you set, you will have increased confidence and self-esteem as well.
Additionally, you need to remember that your goals should be adjustable according to the changing circumstances. Therefore, always leave room for improvement and change when setting goals.
Avoiding Perfection
No one on this earth is perfect. When we are going to do something or achieve goals, mistakes, and imperfections are common, especially at the beginning when we don’t have enough knowledge.
If you need to be the best version of yourself, you need to move forward in the right direction even without a clear understanding or knowledge. Taking consistent action in combination with moving in the right direction, will help you to gain the required knowledge and experience over time.
Also, you will find new or your own ways to do things when you try out doing things on your own. The results might not be perfect at first. But after some time, you will be able to achieve great success in what you do. So, take action without worrying too much about perfection.
Accepting Help From Others
Doing everything on your own and achieving success sounds like the best thing to do. But sometimes, it might not be appealing as it seems. On the journey to being the best version of yourself, you need knowledge, experience, and ideas. For that, reaching out to others for help is very effective. So what are the benefits associated with it?
When you are engaged in something alone, all you have is your own perspective. However, when you are working with others or getting ideas from others, you expose yourself to a broader view of things.
You can get different opinions and solutions to your problems from different people. This is extremely helpful to find the best solution out there because you can gather all those solutions given by others and decide what is the best thing to do in the end.
Also, when you accept help from others, you learn new things or you learn to do things better. In other words, you get to develop your skills and knowledge. All you need to do is to harness the knowledge given by the people who help you.
Additionally, you may get new and better opportunities to grow yourself better. And you will be able to develop positive relationships with others. While saying that doing things on your own is great, I should mention that seeking help from others is also a great way to expand your knowledge, opportunities, and vision.
Ultimately, this will help you to improve your current version of yourself into something better.
Accepting Failure
No one achieved their best version by playing in their safe zones. If you seek the best version of yourself, you need to welcome failure by stepping out of your comfort zone.
When you do something and fail, you will gain a valuable learning experience. You can analyze what went wrong and understand how not to do something.
Lessons are important for your personal growth and self-improvement. Lessons that you learn today convert you to be resilient to your future challenges. If you fail today and learn something, you can apply that to future setbacks and win.
Also, when you fail, you think outside the box and change the way how you face a particular situation which will spark your creativity as well.
Not only that, failure makes us humble. Failure slaps you and reminds you that you don’t know everything, always leaving room for improvement.
Altogether, accepting failures helps us in many ways to be the best version of ourselves.
Going Offline From Social Media
Social media is full of unwanted information and negative triggers. Such information can influence the way we think and react.
Sometimes social media can be the main reason why a person is stressed or anxious. Or, it can be the main reason for weak relationships. Social media can cause misunderstandings and miscommunications between people harming relationships.
Try taking a break from social media to see whether it works or not in a good way. When you are off of social media, you can use that spare time to engage in self-care activities such as meditating, reading, or whatever that promotes self-growth.
Learning Skills or Something New
In order to become a better version, you need to know to do things better or learn new things. Don’t be afraid to try something different that will add value to yourself. Grab opportunities at your hand.
Indulge in activities that can enhance your problem-solving skills, critical thinking, and communication skills.
Additionally, once you are armed with skills and knowledge, your value increases and this can be marketable to potential employees allowing you to improve your career as well.
Stop Looking for a Secret Trick
There are no secret magic tricks or quick fixes to becoming a better version of yourself. In reality, developing yourself into the best version is a process that requires hard work, and dedication. Also, it cannot be done overnight.
So, stop looking for shortcuts. Instead, work patiently, cultivate good habits, learn new skills, and most importantly be positive.
In conclusion, you can improve yourself drastically by following the 07 steps I have mentioned above. Remember that being yourself is a journey that you should take step by step. So be positive and patient. Good luck!
