7 Ways to Introduce Change
“A self that goes on changing is a self that keeps on living,” - Virginia Woolf
Sometimes changing ourselves and things around us physically can help us to leave room for mental change to follow so here are things that you could do in order to change things up a little for you or those around you.
Your hair is an simple way to change your appearance greatly with little effort. There are so many things that you could do with your hair and the ways to change it vary from simple things like changing your parting to adding colour and cutting it short. Something simple may be occasionally trying out curls if you have straight hair by curling it or leaving braids in overnight or to straighten your hair for special occasions if you usually wear curls. Researching different hairstyles to suit how much time you spend on your hair daily may also help in finding a new signature style for you.
2. Change your living space
Sometimes altering our environment can help to shift our mental state and attitude. Studies have shown people to fall asleep more easily in tidier rooms and creating a positive work space is bound to affect productivity. Shifting around your furniture or putting posters/inspirational quotes up on your walls can add a personal flare to your space and help create a fresher feeling.
Changing your clothing style doesn’t have to be a major shopping spree to completely turn your wardrobe around by buying new clothes. It could just be as simple as finding old clothes from the back of the closet that you never wear and trying to make them work. You could find your next favourite top amid all the blouses you refuse to wear, but going out of your comfort zone will help you to test new limits.
If you wear make up then this can be a simple way to change your look a little. Take some time to research what colour eyeliners look best with your eyes or the best styles of eye shadow you should wear. Maybe experiment with contour or more colour. Alternatively you could try reducing the amount you wear to a minimal one to show off your natural beauty. Either way, try to invest more time into skin care, exfoliating once a week or trying a face mask to look after yourself.
We often surround ourselves with things we don’t need and clutter our environments, but de-cluttering doesn’t just refer to the physical things we hoard but also to the friends or influences we keep around us that don’t positively affect us and that we don’t need in our lives. If there are negative sources of energy around you, it’s okay to sometimes need a break from them and to essentialise to spend more time on the things you love. Maybe take a break from watching TV or spend time with new people and friends that don’t drain you.
Trying new activities will help to add change into your routine. Try to start some kind of project or go to a new club. A club will help you to meet new people as an added bonus but something individual can help you to reflect and have some personal time and can be just as beneficial. If this hobbies masterpost doesn’t inspire you, you could instead try taking walks or changing your daily routine in a simple way such as your route to school/uni/work or how you get ready in the morning. Here are some small ways in which you could improve your routine
Take a break from distractions and stress and you may find that having a moment to process everything can help to change your perspective. Instead of going out with friends or overworking yourself, give you one day that you can spend alone and look into self-care through meditation or journalling. For more self-care inspiration you can check this post out.
Overall change is positive but it’s also important to be happy with yourself and to practice acceptance. Use these tips to help you celebrate the amazing person you are, to become more happy with the way that you are now and don’t forget to be awesome.
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