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Practical Ways to Build Your Self-Image

So, how do we change the way we see ourselves, from negative to positive? Can we undo the lessons we believe we have acquired throughout time? Can our perceptions of who we are change? The practical methods that follow will assist you in developing your self-image. It’s a process, don’t expect instant results. Still, you're on the right track just by being aware of your self-perception.

Stop being a perfectionist. Recognize that life isn't flawless. You will make mistakes; that's all part of the learning process. Accept responsibility for your mistakes and grow from them. It requires humility, and faith that you will do better next time.

Control Your Thoughts. Sometimes we take our inner critic too seriously because it exists inside of us. It murmurs either positive or negative ideas into our minds. Listen to your inner critic, but take its opinions with a grain of salt. Don't take its judgment lightly. When you hear destructive thoughts snowballing, say STOP, and steer your thoughts into a productive path.

Assess Yourself Honestly. This is the point where you can encounter resistance from within. It’s difficult for people to accept their weaknesses and shortcomings objectively. But if you learn how to see yourself for all that you are, you will see that along with the negatives, you have positive and lovable traits which can be developed and highlighted. When we ignore the positive aspects of who we are and concentrate only on the negatives, our self-esteem suffers.

Change What You Can and Let Go of What You Cant. Do you detest your nose, your body, or your hair? These days, you may alter that without jeopardizing your well-being. Consult a hairdresser, get a nose job, and exercise. Make every effort to enhance what you already have. But you must also know when enough is enough. Don’t allow yourself to be like the celebrities who went through plastic surgery so many times they look like mannequins. So, you want to have a better career and be as successful as your friends? This is when being honest with yourself will be helpful. You can build on your weak traits and identify places for progress when you accept yourself as you truly are. Being humble is essential to learning. Only those who are able to own their ignorance will make a conscious effort to learn new things.

There are some things that we cannot change. Even with these characteristics, we must cherish them and concentrate on enhancing the other aspects of our personality that are malleable.

Don’t Compare Yourself to Others. It's difficult not to, isn't it? But when our self-image is based on how we compare to other people, we will be in a constant state of frustration. There will always be someone superior to us in terms of beauty, strength, intelligence, and wealth. Create a picture of yourself that is based on what YOU have already achieved. Only rival yourself. Make an effort to improve upon who you were yesterday. "When the grass looks greener on the other side, it's time to work on your own grass," goes a proverb. Focus on you. Your life story and how you can make the outcomes of your own actions better.

Daily Affirmations. Every day, remind yourself of the qualities you value most about yourself. You should place the minor victories first in your mind. There are many situations in our daily lives that can make us feel inadequate. Countering our negative ideas is aided by keeping in mind our previous accomplishments.

Surround Yourself With Supportive People. Have a group of friends who really appreciate you, and can provide you with constructive and honest feedback.

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About: Mindfulness is an evidence-based method for reducing stress, enhancing resilience, and maintaining mental well-being. Even short meditations and breathing techniques can turn a bad day around, ground us in the present moment, and help us approach life with gratitude and kindness.

In the Eastern world, the powerful healing benefits of proper breathing and meditation have been known for generations. In the Western world, however, the awareness of these techniques are still relatively new.

Science is just catching up and have already proven that daily meditation practice paired with the correct breathing style can:

*Rest an anxious, busy mind

* Find greater ease when faced with difficult emotions, thoughts, circumstances

* Improve focus and concentration

* Sleep better

* Achieve new levels of calm and fulfillment.

Simply speaking, it has the ability to assist with positive thinking and emotional stability, and to bring about a general sense of happiness in one’s life.

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Some forms of meditation can lead to improved self-image and a more positive outlook on life.

For example, one review of treatments given to more than 3,500 adults found that mindfulness meditation improved symptoms of depression.

A 2015 study found that people who completed a meditation exercise experienced fewer negative thoughts in response to viewing negative images than those in a control group).

YOGAPEDIA
Dancer’s Pose (Natarajasana)

What is Dancer’s Pose?

Dancer's pose, or natarajasana in Sanskrit, is a standing balancing posture that builds both strength and flexibility. It's most commonly practiced in vinyasa classes. Standing on one foot, the yogi clasps the other foot behind them in a bow shape.

Instructions

• From standing, exhale and lift the right foot near the buttocks. Clasp the ankle with the right hand.

• Inhale and reach the left arm forward.

• Exhale and stretch the right leg up and back, lifting the toes as high as is comfortable.

• Breathe while balancing in the pose.

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