Self Care

One could arguably suggest that self-care is a form of health care for anyone between the ages of 16 - 40 years of age. So many people are feeling the emotional wear and tear of living post pandemic that it has become extremely taxing for people to regain social confidence. Creating a new normal can be a struggle. Breaking old habits can be difficult.

It’s important to take time and enjoy your life. Identify what makes you happy, relaxed, and helps you stay mentally organized. Selfcare has become a major buzz word. But, some people play down the importance of what it can provide. Essential balance is necessary for human beings to remain sustainable. In other words, in order to get the most out of your life, figure out a way to optimize your ability to function 365 days a year with the least amount of stress and physical wear and tear as possible.

Build a new routine and reinvent yourself. Participate in doing things that make you happy. Discover something outside your comfort zone. Read something new once a day. Stay positive by focusing on short term and long term solutions to issues that arise (because they will). Don’t avoid clarity, if you need answers.

The real challenge with obtaining selfcare is ignoring that it’s needed in order for you to survive. Seek a professional, ask questions. There may be forms of selfcare that don’t involve a latte, fresh manicure, or a gym membership to keep you in balance with your best self. Learn to love yourself and never overlook you’re resources.

How to Thrive in Any Environment

Movement is key and your ability to work well with others builds your character so that no matter what happens you’re mentally prepared to match the energy that greets you. People have a right to their own opinions. Although their individual viewpoints my differ from your own, find the value. A narrow mind can waste a lot of time. Your goals and your focus should always come from an informed perspective. Research what you don’t know, read beyond your comfort zone, and write things down until the ideas are clear enough for you to explain them to someone else.

Life is a cycle of exciting moments and unpredictable events. Sometimes experiencing too much change (good or bad) can feel overwhelming. The key to doing well is knowing when to go and how to grow. Managing expectations can assist with stable progression when collaborating with others or monitoring your own planned activities. The top 2 universal rules to thrive in any environment are accountability and communication. Hold yourself and your team accountable based on the goal(s). Be clear on how you can improve and strengthen your approach when working independently and with others to create a more productive team. Your ability to self-evaluate your own actions will eventually lead to clearer expectations with more measurable results.

Level Up: Team Building

Options are endless when you understand the concept of perspective. Taking time to make decisions provokes a certain bravery that we all possess. Choices are powerful and are often forfeited through negligence. However, seeking change requires shifting into something unfamiliar. Before your willing to challenge others be willing to lead them. Determine who your teammates will be, and make sure they are willing to carry their portion or support those who are able to soar through the uncertainty of the growth. Managing stability builds trust. Maintaining productive relationships allow mediocre thoughts to mature and develop into workable concepts that do more than sound great and make money for a few. Big ideas will come and go. Remember, there’s more than enough to go around. Communicating the bottom line is not enough. Building on it is what captivates others to follow you through the ups and downs. Everyone should be very clear that growth goals are intertwined and independent. No one is obligated. Everyone is motivated. With that being said, complications should be minimal, and information should flow freely. Looking to level up, make sure you remove any weak links. Don’t carry burdens and be willing to restructure who is necessary and what’s needed to best suit the task.

Staying committed to progress is more valuable than the rewards of completing a goal. What’s next? If your imagination is limited, I suggest you think bigger. It may require adding more people to the team that don’t necessarily think like you but produce and perform at a measurable pace that helps you sore and takes them with you. Create ripples and waves. That’s where the action is; growth can never sustain itself.

Career Planning & Professional Growth

Career planning is challenging and requires insight. Understanding corporate values are important. Often times naive ambition can overshadow measurable results. Be creative in your search for more opportunities that encourage experience, collaboration, and accountability. Afterall, professional grooming is more than outward aesthetics. Engage your creative sensibilities. Take time to decide your work objectives, then research jobs that incorporate employee development and long-term growth. Your resume is more than a work experience overview report. Pursue a path equipped with knowledgeable leadership. If you’re looking to stand out approach a work opportunity with an open mind. Clearly define measurable goals that benefit your personal growth and support your team leaders. Every work environment has a unique business culture. Peer engagement is valuable. Stay focused and don’t miss the moments that build team momentum.

In a perfect world, what would your dream job be? Think outside the box. Make a list. Stay positive and grow in that direction.

FOOD FOR THOUGHT: equity is a visible value. There are plenty of jobs out there. It’s okay to seek part-time or full-time work that provides fulfillment. Keep a work journal to record your professional journey and be open to critique. Before committing to a company consider the benefits. If your excited about an organization understand the attraction and make sure it’s mutual. Both sides have to be committed to making the relationship work.

Safety, Mental Health, and Safe Words

Public safety is a growing concern. As world events continue to unveil the dark side of humanity, it seems as though no one has been left unscathed by the mental taxation caused by civil matters of state, polarizing legislation, interpersonal relationships, and workplace dynamics. Lacking an effective strategy to maintain a balanced work life can make everyday tasks seem less manageable and more challenging often amplifying emotional imbalances leading to feelings of overwhelm and causing anxiety. Regardless of your work title, social obligations, political views, or home responsibilities; creating space for personal emotional reflections is healthy. Personal safeguards allow you to optimize your time and get the most out of your relationships. An elevated sense of awareness could be the perfect solution to any complex environment.

Your energy is your most valuable resource. Allow yourself the freedom to grow by prioritizing your emotional awareness. Acknowledge activities that boost your creativity, behaviors that support your personal development and everyday moments that keep you motivated. In addition, be mindful of complex inter-personal dynamics that can produce delays in your ability to bounce back emotionally. Don’t overreact. Sometimes the most effective response is to meditate and focus on yourself and not the “issue” by reflecting on how the moment and the context of information will affect your environment.

Character development is like building core muscle strength. The process requires strategy, commitment and active participation. Develop a vocabulary of positive words for daily use. Hold yourself accountable throughout the week by prioritizing quality conversations that elevate your expectations in order to project measurable and tangible results.