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This article was co-authored by Camber Hill and by wikiHow staff writer, Aly Rusciano. Camber Hill is a numerologist, author, speaker, and the owner of Camber Hill Coaching based in Long Beach, California. For over 37 years, Camber has coached entrepreneurs, creatives, business executives, and professional sports figures. He has also inspired creatives in the entertainment industry such as professional directors, writers, actors, and top radio personalities. Camber’s unique use of numerology allows him to understand the under-current which drives his clients to create long-term solutions and measurable results. His work has been featured in the History Channel's "The Human Calculator," The Los Angeles Times, Palm Springs Life Magazine, and California radio programs. He is also a member of The International Coaching Federations and is a board member of the ICF Orange County's Board of Directors. Additionally, Camber is distinguished as a certified business owner by the National Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce.
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Life can be a whirlwind of responsibilities and stress, but with the right focus, you can start becoming a better person and who you want to be. In this article, we’ll help you learn how to be a better person in a number of different ways. From honoring yourself to doing small acts of kindness, there’s something you can do each and every day to better yourself and grow as an individual. Keep reading to learn how you can embark on your self-improvement journey.
Things You Should Know
- Keep a gratitude journal to be more positive and compassionate.
- Take care of your mental and physical health to brighten your mood and be happier.
- Find healthier outlets for anger, like exercising and doing yoga, to redirect negative emotions.
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- Remember that the journey of self improvement never ends. You won't eventually reach a place where you're suddenly "totally better" -- just try to be a little better every day.
- If you haven't found your talent(s) yet, try to find out your family members' talents. Maybe they passed something down to you!
- Be happy for others. You'll feel great and respect yourself more, and others will appreciate your good feelings towards them.
- When you feel stressed out, take a deep breath and think about a way you can handle the situation before reacting.
- Handle things with patience. Try putting yourself in the other person's shoes when you're dealing with someone.
- Being happy rubs off on other people. Even if it's just acting, be happy and it will make others happier, too!
- Respect works both ways. Respect others from the start and they'll respect you, too.
- Choose good friends that accept you for who you are and support you.
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- ↑ http://greatergood.berkeley.edu/topic/forgiveness/definition#why_practice
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- ↑ http://greatergood.berkeley.edu/topic/altruism/definition#what_is
- ↑ https://www.waldenu.edu/programs/psychology/resource/the-pros-and-cons-of-comfort-zones
- ↑ https://collegeinfogeek.com/self-education/
- ↑ https://www.scientificamerican.com/article/a-self-improvement-secret-work-on-strengths/
- ↑ http://www.apa.org/topics/anger/control.aspx
- ↑ https://www.bumc.bu.edu/facdev-medicine/files/2011/08/I-messages-handout.pdf
- ↑ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/topic/gratitude/definition#why_practice
- ↑ http://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/tips_for_keeping_a_gratitude_journal
- ↑ http://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/10_steps_to_savoring_the_good_things_in_life
- ↑ https://health.clevelandclinic.org/7-tips-for-better-patience-yes-youll-need-to-practice/
- ↑ https://repository.upenn.edu/cgi/viewcontent.cgi?article=1064;context=mapp_capstone
- ↑ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/five_foolproof_ways_to_feel_more_joy_in_2015
- ↑ https://www.nami.org/Your-Journey/Family-Members-and-Caregivers/Taking-Care-of-Yourself
- ↑ https://www.cdc.gov/sleep/about_sleep/how_much_sleep.html
- ↑ https://www.fnu.edu/person/
- ↑ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_self_compassion_beats_rumination
- ↑ https://www.psychologytoday.com/blog/making-change/201107/how-stop-the-self-criticism-and-feel-better-about-you
About This Article
If you want to be a better person, try to control your negative emotions, like anger and jealousy, since this will help you be more compassionate to others and to yourself. Try to empathize with people and imagine what it’s like to feel what they feel so you can be more sensitive to their emotions. For example, if someone is getting frustrated, try to imagine what thoughts and emotions they might be experiencing, so you can understand where they're coming from. Dwelling on the past can often bring you down, so try to forgive others when they make mistakes. For instance, if your boss is blunt with you, let it go, since they're probably under a lot of stress. You can also strive to do random acts of kindness every day, like holding the door open for someone, helping an elderly person carry their shopping, or paying for a stranger’s coffee. For more tips from our Counselling co-author, including how to set goals to improve yourself, read on!
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