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Start by writing down what you like about yourself. This strategy will give a focus. Consider writing both physical and psychological lists. Start with small things to help motivate yourself. Perhaps write things:  I like the color of my eyes. I like my laugh. I enjoy my job. I like my hard work ethic. Similarly, it helps to write a list for what you are thankful. These can be vary from the previous list to focus more on what you appreciate about the world around you. Consider writing things:  I am thankful for my loving family. I am thankful for my dog. I am thankful for my apartment/house. I am thankful for the wonderful weather today. If you are struggling with getting started with what you should write about, consider talking to people who love you. They might provide a different perspective. Think about asking:  ”Mom, what do you think are my best traits?” ”Dad,  what are you thankful for?” (This might give you ideas.) ”[Sibling name] Do you think I’m good at [x]?” Daily affirmations are scientifically proven to improve the way to think about yourself. They have been proven to improve mood and reduce stress. To practice daily affirmations, do the following:  Every morning, when you first wake up, stand in front of a mirror. Look yourself in the eye and repeat a mantra. This affirmation is designed to help you reinforce positivity. Try saying things like: “I will say yes to more things today.” Repeat this three to five times to help you reinforce the idea. You can change your affirmation daily, or focus on something specific you want to change. Getting physical has many positive benefits, both psychological and physical. The “exercise effect” is the scientific phenomenon of feeling better about oneself after physical exercise. Also, participating in  exercises that you enjoy can promote happiness. For example, try taking a walk through a local park. It’ll give you time to think, burn off some calories, and provide a beautiful view! . Similar to exercising, eating healthy has psychological benefits. Try eating more proteins (fish, meat, beans) and less simple carbohydrates (white bread, sugars, sweets, etc.). . Sleeping makes a body and mind feel good. Scientists suggest that amount of sleep varies on age.  School age — nine to 11 hours per night. Teenager — eight to 10 hours per night. Young adult — seven to nine hours per night. Adult — seven to nine hours per night. Older Adult — six to eight hours per night.

summary: Write a list. Be thankful. Talk to those you love. Practice daily affirmations. Exercise. Eat a healthy diet Get plenty of sleep


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Dentists recommend brushing your teeth twice a day-- sometimes more. However, if you’re struggling to even brush once a day, you may want to start there. Over time, as brushing becomes a habit and you feel its benefits, you’ll likely start brushing more often naturally. This can be washing your face, brushing your hair, or taking a shower. Determine to brush your teeth every time you do that activity.  Be realistic about your schedule. If you tend to oversleep and run late to work, adding something else into your morning routine might be difficult. If you usually come home in the evening feeling exhausted, that might not be the best time to add in a new routine. You may feel too lazy or tired to stick with your plan. However, as soon as brushing becomes routine for you, it will feel like a normal part of your day. If you plan to brush every time you shower, keep your toothbrush and toothpaste near the shampoo. If you’re going to brush when you wash your face, keep them right on top of your face wash, so you’ll have to pick them up!  You can also try brushing while you are in the shower. This may help you to make it a habit. Set an alarm to remind you to brush each day in case you skip your designated time. Choose a time when you’re likely to be home, so there’s no excuse to not brush. An alarm can be like a backup plan. For example, if you ended up not showering today, the alarm will still remind you to brush your teeth. It's difficult to keep to routines that aren't enjoyable. If you make your routine fun, you're more likely to stick to it.  You can listen to your favorite song each time you brush. This can even help you mark how much time you spend brushing! Brushing your teeth doesn't take too much focus, so feel free to watch TV or listen to the radio while you do it. Imagine that you will be getting a Hollywood smile if you keep on brushing. Take some silly selfies while you brush and send them to friends. You can even add captions like, "sticking to my routine!" to let them know about your commitment. Thirty days is an achievable and admirable goal. Doing something for thirty days straight helps to turn that activity into a habit. Keep track on a calendar or in a date book. Make a mark on your calendar for each day that you brush.   Keep your calendar in the bathroom, so you’ll see it when you’re tempted to skip brushing. If you miss a day, don’t beat yourself up. Just resolve to get back on track the next day.
summary: Decide how many times a day you will brush your teeth. Choose an activity you do every day. Place your toothpaste and toothbrush where you’ll see them. Set an alarm. Make your routine fun. Brush every day for thirty days.