Re: 15 Ways to Become a Better Person
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On 7/7/16, Tips <tips@support.department.sakura.ne.jp> wrote:
> 1. Compliment Yourself
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> Every morning before you go on with your daily routine, take a couple of
> minutes to give yourself a compliment. Whether you compliment your outfit,
> haircut, or how you recently completed a task using your unique skill sets,
> giving yourself a little emotional boost will make you happy. And, when
> you're happy with yourself, that emotion can be contagious to those around
> you. Inspirational speaker Tony Robbins has a mantra he says aloud to
> himself most days to put him in a peak performance state.
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> 2. Don't Make Excuses
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> Blaming your spouse, boss, or clients is fruitless and won't get you very
> far. Instead of pointing fingers and making excuses about why you aren't
> happy or successful in your personal or professional life, own your mistakes
> and learn from them. When you do this, you will become a better person. When
> I personally started living up to my mistakes and downfalls, my life turned
> itself around. I became happier and healthier, and my relationship with my
> wife improved. We are happier than ever.
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> 3. Let Go of Anger
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> Letting go of anger is easier said than done. While anger is a perfectly
> normal emotion, you can't let it fester. When this happens, you may make
> unwise decisions, and more important, it may affect your health. Research
> suggests pent up anger can cause digestive problems, difficulty sleeping,
> and even heart disease. To help you let go of anger, Roya R. Rad, MA, PsyD,
> suggests you write your feelings down, pray or meditate, or begin to manage
> your thoughts.
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> 4. Practice Forgiveness
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> Joyce Marter, LCPC, suggests you forgive and let go of resentment. She
> notes, "If for no other reason than for yourself, forgive to untether
> yourself from the negative experiences of the past. Take time to meditate,
> and give thanks for the wisdom and knowledge gained from your suffering.
> Practice the mantra, 'I forgive you and I release you.'"
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> 5. Be Honest and Direct
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> How would you feel if a loved one or business partner lied to you? Chances
> are you would see that as a violation of your trust. If you want to be a
> better person in either your personal or professional life, you should
> always tell the truth and state as clearly as possible what you are trying
> to convey. Learn to articulate your thoughts, feelings, and ideas in an open
> and honest manner.
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> 6. Be Helpful
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> Whether giving up your seat to an elderly person on the subway, assisting a
> co-worker on a project, or carrying in the groceries when your spouse comes
> back from the store, being helpful is one of the easiest and most effective
> ways to practice becoming a better person. I find that the more I help
> others, the better I feel about myself and everyone around me.
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> 7. Listen to Others
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> As Jeet Banerjee notes on Lifehack, "listening to people and giving everyone
> a voice is one of the greatest things you can do." He adds that he "got to
> meet some of the most amazing people, close some of the biggest deals, and
> develop connections that will last me a lifetime all because I took time to
> listen to people. Being a good listener can change your life in a positive
> manner."
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> 8. Act Locally
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> It may not seem like a big deal, but supporting a local cause, donating
> clothes, or buying from local farmers' markets or businesses are simple ways
> you can help your specific region. You may not be able to save the world,
> but you very well could make a difference in your neck of the woods. Get to
> know and care about your community.
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> 9. Always Be Polite
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> How much effort does it take to say, "Thank you," or to hold the elevator
> door open for someone? Not much at all. However, these acts of kindness can
> make someone's day. I decided a few years ago that it doesn't matter if
> someone is ultra rude, condescending, or worse. The way someone else behaves
> is not going to determine my behavior.
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> 10. Be Yourself
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> Tiffany Mason has five excellent reasons on Lifehack why you should be
> yourself. These include being able to align yourself with your values and
> beliefs, establish your identity, build courage, create boundaries, and find
> focus and direction.
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> 11. Be Open to Change
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> Whether trying a new restaurant, traveling to an unknown part of the world,
> or doing something that has always scared you, you should always be open to
> change. This allows you to grow because you experience something new. It
> helps you be high functioning and self-confident if you are not wary of
> change.
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> 12. Be Respectful
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> How would you feel if you had just cleaned your home and someone came in and
> tracked mud everywhere? You'd probably be a little ticked that they hadn't
> taken off their shoes. Take this mentality and apply it to everyday life.
> For example, don't toss your trash or cigarette butts on the floor of public
> restrooms or sidewalks just because someone else will clean it up. Be
> respectful of others' time, thoughts, ideas, lifestyles, feelings, work, and
> everything else. You don't have to agree with any of it, but people have a
> right to their opinions and yours is not necessarily correct.
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> 13. Don't Show Up Empty-handed
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> Going to a party this weekend at your friend's apartment? Make sure you
> don't arrive empty-handed. Even if you've been assured that there will be
> plenty of food and drink, bring along a little something to show you
> appreciate being invited.
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> 14. Educate Yourself
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> If you don't understand why one country is invading another, take the time
> to educate yourself on the current event. Ask a person intimately connected
> with the event for his or her thoughts. Remember, we're all interconnected,
> and being aware of different cultures, different people, and what their
> lives are like can make you a more well-rounded individual. This will also
> help you understand points of view different from your own.
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> 15. Surprise People
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> How good does it feel to make someone smile? It feels pretty good, right?
> Surprise your loved ones or co-workers now and then, with a gift, a night
> out on the town, or by offering help when you know they could use it.
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