Expert Psychologist Hilal Savaş gave important advice on motivation and personal development before the upcoming new year. Noting that the new year offers a unique opportunity to make a fresh start and reshape life, Savaş emphasized that setting goals, prioritizing health, effective time management, acquiring new skills and strengthening relationships will enable one to enter the new year with a more positive approach.
‘DETERMINE YOUR GOALS’
Noting that short and long-term goals should be determined first when entering a new year, Savaş said, “These goals can be shaped in different areas such as career, health, social life. You can visualize your goals on a board or create a road map by visualizing them in your mind.”
‘EXERCISE REGULARLY’
Making a separate note on health, Savaş said, “Your physical and mental health is your most important investment. Exercising regularly, eating a balanced diet, getting enough sleep and, if necessary, getting support from methods such as meditation, yoga or psychotherapy will provide an energetic start to the new year.”
‘KEEP A LIST’
Noting the importance of time management and planning skills, Savaş said, “You can make hourly, daily or weekly plans to reduce your procrastination behavior. First, keep daily lists, mark each task you complete. These small successes will increase your motivation.”
‘GET NEW SKILLS’
Psychologist Savaş pointed out that acquiring a new skill also preserves mental vitality and continued as follows:
“Learning and discovering new things is one of the most enjoyable ways to improve yourself. However, pursuing your hobbies with ease and pleasure, without making them an obligation, will reduce your anxiety level.
‘STRONG YOUR TIES’
Strengthen your ties with your family, friends and business environment, and do not hesitate to meet new people.
NEW SOCIAL EXPERIENCES
If you feel distrustful of people, address this feeling and be open to new social experiences.
BALANCED AND FLEXIBLE PERSPECTIVE
Remember that life is not black and white, it consists of grays. By avoiding extremes, you can develop a more balanced and flexible perspective.
‘DON’T BE AFRAID TO MAKE MISTAKES’
Stay away from perfectionism. Don’t be afraid to make mistakes. The road to your goal is full of trials, errors and getting back on your feet. Give yourself this opportunity.
‘CREATE PERSONAL TIME’
Creating personal time is indispensable for spiritual balance. Make time for yourself in your busy life. “Indulge in an activity you enjoy, go for a solitary walk, or just relax.”
‘THINK POSITIVE’
Savaş also pointed out the importance of a positive mindset and said, “Promote positive thoughts in your mind, adopt a solution-oriented approach. In this way, happiness and success will come with it. It is important to focus on the future while learning from past experiences. Look at your past, learn from your mistakes, but do not dwell on them.” “The new year is the time to leave the negativities behind and focus on new opportunities,” he said.
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