This is an easy and realistic mental glow up checklist that will transform your life. I love this glow up topic as it is close to my heart. I have my share of glow up and i can attest that it is easier said and done. You just need to be consistent.

Mental glow up checklist

1. Plan out your life

You can not have your whole life figured out. However, you can make plans and goals that you want to accomplish. Planning out your life means having both short and long term goals and having a realistic time schedule and plan on how your goals will be accomplished. Regularly review your progress and adjust your plan as needed. By planning out your life, you can improve your mental health as you are in more control of it.

2. Set realistic goals

Realistic goals come after you have plan out your life. You need to have timelines that are attainable and goals that will not frustrate you. Figure out which goals are the most important and work on those first. This helps you use your time and energy better. Write down what you want to achieve in different areas of your life.

Areas you need to set goals on

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3. Be proud of your efforts

You don not have to only celebrate when you achieve something major. You have to be proud of everytime you make a forward step into the right direction. Be your now cheerleader, pat yourself in the back anytime you make an effort that really counts.

4. Have self-care routines

Dedicate time daily for self-care routines. Such routines are meant to relax and renew you. By incorporating self-care routines into your daily life, you can enhance your mental glow up and reduce stress.

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5. Declutter

Decluttering helps you get organized and remove unnecessary stress. You have to declutter as it promotes better mental clarity and overall well-being. When you declutter, start small and have a specific goal that you want to achieve. Be honest about what you truly need. I have a rule when it comes to clothes: I donate anything that i have not worn in two years.

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6. Set boundaries

Setting boundaries really helps with your mental glow up. Firstly, determine what makes you feel comfortable and what doesn’t. Secondly, note the areas in your life where you need to set boundaries for example work, relationships and personal time. Thirdly, Be assertive and clear when expressing your boundaries. Lastly distant yourself from people who do not respect your boundaries.

Always remember

  • It is okay to say no.
  • It is okay to prioritize your own needs.
  • You have to follow through with the boundaries you set.

By setting and maintaining boundaries, you learn to create a healthier mental space for yourself.

7. Always take evening walks

Connect with nature, be outside. I have made it my personal goal to always take walks daily. Even if it is only around my neighborhood. As I have realized that it helps with my moods and also my health. Taking walks helps you just be and clear your mind from any thing that might have overwhelmed you during the day.

8. Nourish your mind

Be mindful about what you allow your mind to consume. Quiet thoughts that are not bring stress and change your mood. Additionally, it is important to avoid self-negative talk as it changes how you view yourself.

9. Maintain only useful connections

We try to hold on to too many connections that drain us. For you to glow up mentally, you have to re-evaluate the connections in you life. They have the ability to either. Keep only useful connections that support your mental glow up rather than or negatively affect it.

10. Love yourself unconditionally

You are the only consistent person in your life. Also people treat you how you treat yourself. Love yourself despite your flaws, Love yourself even when you feel down. This will help you not be too hard on yourself and also helps with your mental glow up.

Tips

  • Focus on your strengths rather than weakness.
  • Surround yourself with people who appreciate you.
  • You are unique, do not compare yourself with other people.
  • Change what you can about yourself and embrace what you can not change.

11. Reduce your social media screen time

Scroll intentionally, set limits on different social media apps on your phone. Social media has negatively affected people’s mental health as they consume what others post without them asking if it is really true. It also acts as a distraction to you actually living your life and being present; Engage in offline activities and hobbies. 

12. Seek help when needed

This is not a weakness. We are humans and we can not do it all by ourselves. When people offer you help it relieves your brain. Next time you feel like you can not do it all, ask people for help.

13. Journal and reflect

Write down what bothers you journal. Journaling helps reduce stress which is good for your mental state. Journaling also helps you keep tabs of your emotions and feelings and you can reflect back and let your past experiences strengthen you.

14. Try to heal your inner child

Healing your inner child means dealing with and understanding childhood traumas and emotional wounds. By facing these issues, you can see how they influence your current behavior, thoughts, and feelings.

Other importance of healing your inner child

  • You get to be kind to yourself.
  • Helps you pursue your true potential.
  • Improves your ability to form and maintain healthy relationships. 
  • Empowers you to move forward without the burden of past traumas.

15. Take breaks when tired

This contributes a lot to mental glow up. Taking breaks when tired helps avoid burn outs and promotes a positive mental glow up. Remember you are not giving up, you are only taking a break. Furthermore, taking breaks helps you to focus better and it also increases your productivity.

16. Be confident

Confidence is key as it strengthens your mental capacity. It also helps you unlock our true potential by helping you realize that it can achieve whatever you put your mind to. being confident helps you be in rooms that you are not qualified to be.

Easy tips to help you build your self confidence

  • Take calculated risks. 
  •  Do not give up easily.
  • Challenge yourself to try new things.
  • Embrace failures as opportunities for growth and learning.

17. Keep learning

There is no end to acquiring knowledge. Read books, articles, listen to podcasts. Knowledge activates your mind and helps it mentally glow up. Also remember the more you spent time learning the more you keep yourself less stressed and away from other distractions. Which is good for your mental glow up.

18. Expand your vocabulary

With learning you also get to expand your vocabulary. A richer vocabulary allows you to express your thoughts and emotions more clearly. 

Advantages of expanding your vocabulary

  • Enhances memory. 
  • Stimulates brain activity. 
  • Helps you understand complex ideas.

19. Practise affirmations

Affirm yourself. Affirmations help you see the beauty that is in you. Also they help you release any negativity that affect your mental during your glow up journey.

By : sincerelywinfred