It is important in our lives we take the proper action to make things happen on a daily basis. If we do nothing, then nothing will happen. The saying goes, if you want something for nothing, then you get nothing. If we want things to happen differently in our lives then we must do something different to get different results. Step outside of your comfort zone. Taking small steps can lead to big changes.

I think as a nation we have taken the time to reflect over our lives. There were some things that we may have done in the past that did not get the best results. In order to change those things then something must be done. For example, if you don’t like how you have gained weight during the years or during covid, make small changes to improve the quality of your life. During a commercial on t.v., stand up and move around. Do some squats, push ups, or even challenge yourself to take 100 steps during the commercial break. 2,000 steps equal a mile. There are 3,500 calories in a pound. Besides we have to start somewhere.

Mentally, its important to take care of our mental health. We have to take time out to address situations or even process trauma, and even speak to to our younger selves in order to heal so things do not build up and address us at some point in our lives. To combat against everyday stressors, I like to take a small chunk of my day to meditate. One minute or ten minutes if that is what I have, I use it to take care of me. I also do self check ins periodically to make sure I check on myself to see if I am thirsty, hungry, or just doing okay. I do not depend on anyone to check on me. My first line of checking in is with myself. If I am not there to take care of myself, I am not going to rely on some one to do it for me. I think the way we take care of ourselves signals to other people how well to take care of themselves, and you if they should ever be placed in a situation to do so. I recommend you take care of yourself so you are not placed in a position to have to rely on someone who may be waiting their turn to mistreat you when you are down.

Financially, its important to put money to the side and take advantage of investing oppourtunities whether it be in real estate or investing in your education. Its always a great idea to want better for yourself so you can advance to the next level in your life. It’s like a video game, once you learn the level then you advance to the next one. Or it can be compared to a board game, once you make it around the board then you can pass go and collect $200. I say all this to say, take action in your life. Don’t depend on anyone to do so. Do it yourself! Thank you for reading.