Tuesday, December 10, 2013

Dedicated to IMPROVE'ing

IMPROVE:
These are the steps to remember as one transforms to better living.

I stands for Imagery.  Picture yourself in a place where you feel calm, positive, hopeful, and good about yourself.  Maybe you see yourself on a beach with beautiful warm sand between your toes and lovely water and vegetation surrounding you.  You feel your freed spirit and are light on your feet.  Maybe you see yourself fishing, camping, or remember the last time you felt successful in your life.  Do you feel your confidence and pride?

M represents Meaning.  We all need to accept that we are in life for a reason.  Maybe you are here to be a parent, partner, soul mate, caregiver, or career person.  We belong on this earth.

P is Prayer.  Let God into your life to wash away defeat, give you strength, courage, and wisdom.

R lets a person Relax.  Practice breathing through your nose and out your mouth.  Shut your eyes and feel tension leave your muscles.  Take a cat nap.

O stands for one-mindfully.  Focus on just one step at a time.

Vacation says to give yourself a break.  Take time for yourself for at least an hour each day.  Exercise, bathe in a warm bath, or walk.  This can be an hour or a day.  Set time for just you.

Encouragement is the practice of self-talk and support from others.

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