If you have too many different goals that you're working on, you'll be less likely to succeed in any of them. Instead, prioritize the goals you have towards a healthier lifestyle.  Start by replacing the behaviors that are making the most negative influence in your life. For example, if your drinking is causing problems in your relationship, home or work, you might want to make changes in drinking before addressing other problems, such as lack of exercise. Check with your medical provider before making any big changes in your daily habits. She might be able to offer suggestions, supports or other practical advice. Include incentives and rewards for yourself for making changes. For example, if you are quitting smoking, take the money you used to spend on cigarettes and treat yourself to a new blouse, a nice outing, or dinner with a friend. If you can see the way you'd like your new life to be, you'll be more likely to get there. Be as specific as you can about what you want, but don't be afraid to change your vision if you find yourself pulled in new direction.  Start by taking a look at the way your life might already have these qualities. What can you do to enhance these aspects of your life? If you need to make some changes, prepare yourself. For example, if you realize that your new life needs a new career, this will likely mean taking some time to go back to school. Small steps will make these changes possible. Spend time every day strengthening your vision of your new life, both metaphorically and practically. Cut out pictures of what you'd like to include in your life. Brainstorm possibilities. This is a chance to be creative and ambitious. The human brain is wired for curiosity. If we don't provide ourselves with opportunities to be curious, we'll end up bored, depressed, and stuck. Research shows that taking classes to learn new things slows down the brain's aging process. In other words, if we practice being more engaged, agile and focused, we're more likely to be able to stay that way.  Learning doesn't have to mean academic degrees. It can mean learning ballroom dancing, how to make sushi, playing a new game, or joining a knitting club. Learning new things physically changes the brain, helps new brain cells grow, and increases your creative flexibility.
قلل عدد الأهداف التي حددتها. تصور الحياة التي تريد. استمر بالتعلم ما حييت.