Note to Self

In finding my best-self, here's a few things i need to remind myself to do. At least try to do..

-Love yourself
-Believe in yourself
-Work on your character, your values and your ethics

-Listen to your parents

-What you put in is what you get out

-Give up making excuses

-Be more responsible
-Be more productive
-Push yourself to be stronger
-Don't let anyone or anything stop you from achieving your goals
-Find your purpose and pursue it

-Make wiser choices

-Be others-minded

-Laugh, sing, dance

-Stop overthinking
-Give cheerfully and graciously 

-No such thing as time management, only management of the self

-You're a work in progress and further from where you started

-Make your desires, God's desires, make his ways, your ways, be holy as he is holy

-Keep your house clean! stop putting it off

-Be more organized

-Fold your laundry

-Do more chores

-Forgive yourself

-Apply yourself

-Improve yourself

-Invest in yourself

-Invest in friendships
-Say sorry

-Stop to help others

-Stop to listen to others

-Seize opportunities
-Savor moments
-Appreciate nature

-Grow in self-discipline and self-control
-Be more independent

-Stop getting so angry over small stuff

-Disappointment is inevitable, discouragement is a choice

-Go the extra mile

-Be the first in line

-Be more self-disciplined!

-Exercise and eat right!

-Enjoy music

-Enjoy silence
-Write
-Find new hobbies, try new things
-Don't let your dreams just be dreams

-Spend less time on technology
-Do what's right and not what's easy

-Count the cost and have courage to take risks

-Fight for those you want to keep in your life

-Make good habits with intentional resolve

-Pursue righteousness for God's glory not your own

-Smash your idols that distract you

-Let go of your regrets and mistakes in the past

-Education is never lost

-Keep moving forward

-Persevere, don't give up
-Brah, save yo money
-Have a positive self-talk
-Take care of yourself so you can take care of others

-Stop being lazy

-Stop complaining

-Stop caring what others think

-Stop self-condemning yourself

-Stop biting your nails
-Stop drinking too much sugary drinks, drink water

-Don't be a Don't-er, Do be a Do-er

-When it's time to work, work hard, when it's time to play, play hard

-Be honest and have integrity
-Be more decisive 

-Be patient with others and computers that piss you off
-Sacrifice for the things that are important to you

-Breathe
-Take small steps in the right direction

-Be more present

-Be a positive influence to others

-Be early and punctual

-Floss
-Enjoy where you are in life
-Be proud of your personal achievements

-Repent
-Have grace for yourself
-Stop being so self-critical
-Stop trying to impress others

-Know when to speak up and when to bite your tongue
-Who you are is more important than what you know or what you do
-Get out of your comfort-zone
-Don't let depression, self-defeat or pain stop you, fight through it
-if you want to be good at something, it might require a little bit of effort. If you want to be great at something, it's gonna take a lot of effort.
-Don't hold grudges

-See the good in others

-Drive more carefully

-Greet others with a smile
-Be a better friend

-Sleep earlier

-Wake up earlier
-Be consistent
-Foster healthy relationships
-Good teachers are first good students

-Don't listen to your heart. Listen to God.

-Have deeper faith

-Give thanks to God
-Meditate on His Word, and apply it

-Abide and Remain in His love

-For where your treasure is, there your heart will be also
-Joy comes from within, it comes from God, God is your joy
-God provides us the strength to overcome our obstacles
-Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul and with all your strength
-Ask according to His will and it will be given
-Seek first his kingdom, his rule and reign in us
-God is your fortress, your shield, your refuge, your hiding place
-God restores and empowers
-Find rest and peace in God

-Grow in contentment

-Find your best-self and keep it
-Stop worrying so much
-Have fun

-Don't focus on what you don't have, but grateful for what you do have

-Don't let failure discourage you

-Don't let your dreams just be dreams, just do it!
-Live the life you want
-Be early
-Dont take shortcuts that cheat yourself
-You can learn something from everyone
-Behind every face there's a story
-Push pass the pain barrier
-Embrace your potential
-Choose your words carefully
-Relate to others

-Be yourself, don't try to be anyone else, be you

-Be confident
-Be silly

-Be kind and compassionate

-Read what you just wrote and do them

The next tips are from this site i stumbled upon. It sorta inspired me to jot down a few things i need to remind myself. i picked out the ones that are more relevant to myself, highlighted a few i liked, an edited out the ones i didn't care for as much.. here's the full list

1. As long as you are breathing, you are capable of changing and growing.

2. Accept responsibility for your own life.

5. Don’t look back, keep moving forward.

6. Master the art of observation.

7. Learn from others

9. Own the mistakes in which you were directly involved.

10. Reward yourself when a goal is accomplished.

12. Learn, assimilate, apply.

14. Read, read, and read some more.

15. Stay motivated and go for it.

16. Decide what you want — then do it.

18. Make sure to have a balance — family, financial, professional, social, spiritual, recreational.

19. Keep your personal goals at the forefront of your mind.

21. Never fear failure. It is just another step leading you onward and upward.

23. Be open to suggestions, feedback, challenges and guidance.

27. Associate with those you respect and admire.

28. Challenge yourself in new ways and all ways.

29. Do not under any circumstance fall prey to negativity — whether yours or that of others.

32. Get lots of sleep.

33. Engage in any activity that enhances your energy and vitality.

34. Be present — pay attention.

36. Gratitude, gratitude, gratitude.

38. Extend kindness to all who cross your path.

39. Never hold a grudge, let it go.

40. Take control of your mind and emotions, if you don’t, they will control you.

41. Always make a good first impression; people will remember you for it.

45. Choose your social circle wisely.

46. Don’t burn bridges.

47. Raise your standards.

52. Pain is temporary, perspective is everything.

56. Don’t buy things you don’t need.

57. Stay true to yourself

58. Don’t compare your life to others.

66. Words are cheap, actions priceless.

74. Walk with those who want more and are doing more.

75. Spend time with those who are near and dear to you.

77. Never compromise your self-worth for anyone or anything.

80. Stop being so hard on yourself.

82. Re-evaluate your expectations.

88. Treat yourself well.

94. You are stronger than you think.

95. Smile, it is the best accessory.

96. Don’t do things just for the outcome.

99. Don’t take things for granted.

100. Happiness is a choice.