13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do
Growth
Forgive yourself for your past mistakes
from 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don't Do: Take Back Your Power, Embrace Change, Face Your Fears, and Train Your Brain for Happiness and Success by Amy Morin
How to Apply This
- ** Acknowledge the past mistakes you've made.**
Write down the past mistakes you've made that you find hard to let go of. Recognize these mistakes and accept the reality that punishing yourself for them today won't change anything. Therefore, it's better to just use these mistakes as an opportunity for you to learn and grow. - ** Forgive yourself.**
Let go of the guilt and shame associated with the past and forgive yourself for the mistakes you've made. - ** Focus on the present.**
Whenever you find yourself looking back at the past, try to shift your focus to the present moment. Learn to enjoy the "now." - ** Take actionable steps towards a better future.**
Identify specific, actionable steps that can be taken to make the present better and create a better future. Write them down and make a plan to accomplish them. - ** Keep moving forward, even through challenges.** Take steps to actively move forward in life, even when it may be painful to do so. Accept that setbacks may occur, but remain committed to making progress towards a better future.
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