The Ultimate Life Mantra

• Move out of your comfort zone.

Oftentimes, the most uncomfortable or painful experience that you’ll go through helps you grow as a human.

Only when you stop letting fears and anxiety hold you back, will you start to make those major breakthroughs in life.

•  Confidence is not being well-dressed but expressing who you truly are.

There is no price tag on confidence. The only way to have it is to unapologetically be you.

•  Practice good self-care habits.

Caring for yourself is not self-indulgent, but a necessary action for you to remain in good health — both physically and mentally.

With all the negativity, stress, and trials you encounter daily, you must give yourself time to recharge.

• Sometimes you will not be OK, and that is OK.

No matter how much we want to be strong, there will be times when the challenges in our lives are a bit too much. Be compassionate with yourself. It is okay to be down every now and then, but get professional help if you need it.

•  Never stop learning.

Learning does not stop after you graduate from school. Never stop being interested to learn something new or to further enhance a skill you already have.

• Stay curious.

Approaching each experience with a sense of interest and wonder can sustain your success.

•  Time is your ally. Use it wisely.

Our time is short. We could die at any time. Live your life like there is no tomorrow and leave no regrets behind.

• Beware of excesses.

There is the line that goes, “Too much of a good thing is bad.” Focus on quality instead of quantity, be it in about the things you own or the activities you do.

• You will not always get what you wish for.

But you will always be given what you need at the right moment. Sometimes, you don’t even realize you need it, whether it’s a life lesson, a material thing, a person, or an animal.

•  Stand by your principles.

Although it is easier to go along with the majority, stand firm in your beliefs. Do not allow others to make a doormat out of you. Learn to assert yourself.

• You can learn a lot from children.

Compared to adults, kids have an unbiased and open view of the world. They have this ability to put things in perspective in a way that many adults do not have or have forgotten.

•  Nature heals.

Spend as much time as you can in nature. Open the windows when it’s raining. While jogging or when walking the dog, appreciate the beauty that nature presents through the flowers that bloom or the amazing sunrise. It can do wonders for your health and well-being.

•  There is grace in apologizing.

Learning to say sorry when you are at fault is liberating as well as empowering.

•  But don’t let words of apology make up the most of your vocabulary.

Make sure to live in a way that you do not hurt people, and at the same time learn to recognize which things you have to reason for which to apologize.

•  Love with all your might.

To love and be loved in return makes everything worthwhile. So love your family and your friends. Do not take them for granted.

•  Give it time and you’ll get it right eventually.

Regardless of setbacks, try something at least three times before calling it quits. Chances are, you will have gotten it right before you give up.

• Failure is the greatest source of wisdom.

When you fail at something, take a look at what you’ve been doing. Adjust or change your approach until you achieve your objectives.

•  You don’t need that much sugar in your life.

Too much sugar in the diet has been attributed to numerous ailments. We’re practically consuming it even without being aware that it’s part of the ingredients of the food we eat. To achieve health and longevity, cut back on sugar.

•  Your intuition keeps you safe.

It is also known as your perception, your hunch, your gut, or discernment. There is actually a science about the power of our subconscious in steering us away from harm. Learn to listen to its message.

• There is power in silence.

In conversations, you gain so much by listening more and allowing others to speak their turn.

•  Life is happening as you read this.

If you’re putting life “on hold” until you get that promotion or after retirement, then you’re missing the whole point of it. Your life is what you’re making of it right now. Make it count.

•  Regardless of what you’ve achieved, there will always be someone better than you are.

The earlier you learn to accept it, the happier your life will be. Your objective in this life is not in competition with others. It’s about reaching your own potentials and walking your own path.

• Express your feelings.

Tell the people you care about how much you love them. If things upset you, learn to assert yourself without being aggressive. There is no positive benefit from bottling up your emotions. On the contrary, it can create health problems in the long run.

•  It will be challenging to live according to your values.

It will not be easy. You will always be tempted to take the easy way. Have the courage to stand by your beliefs and principles.

•  Travel is the best education you’ll get.

You will learn so much – about a culture, a place, and yourself – when you travel. Do it as often as you can. It is the best education you’ll have in the University of Life.

•  Things become clutter.

Things you have accumulated today might be cause for annoyance later. Learn how to make mindful purchases and avoid impulse buying.

•  Life is too short to leave out the fun.

We often force ourselves to be more serious in life in order to get ahead. However, life is short and laughter is often scarce. Carve out more opportunities for fun in your life. Forget about what others will think. Learn to enjoy your life.

• Exercise should be included in your priorities.

A sensible workout that fits your needs helps keep you healthy and strong. It also improves your sense of well-being and can help you live longer.

• Having a mask will keep people away.

If you have a habit of posturing and pretending to be someone else, you’ll drive people away. Express your true self is an effortless way of attracting people.

•  Letting go of the past helps release the pain.

Let go of the things that hurt you. Forgiving others has been proven to be highly beneficial to your health.

•  All of these are temporary.

Whatever challenges you’re experiencing now are all temporary. They, too, will pass. The same goes for the good times. Prepare your mind to accept change.