Ways to enjoy life
Here I list some suggestions of things to keep in mind and develop, which have been helpful to me as I try to have an enjoyable life. This is my personal list for my own keeping; take what you think is useful to you.
1) Develop social skills
- ability of active listening
- observe body language
- learn how to tell stories
- treat people with respect
- be compassionate
- practice good manners
- help and compliment others appropriately
- develop your social network wisely (nurture positive relationships)
- learn languages
2) Develop emotional skills
- confidence
- humbleness
- meditation
- take responsibility
- emotional stability (don’t over react)
- understand your fears and limitations
- don't take yourself too seriously (laugh)
- hold your space and relax
- hold to your values and beliefs
- don’t be afraid to be bold
- don’t over complicate things
- don’t seek approval
- be intentional and focused on each thing you do
- know how to say and how to receive “no”
- have a plan B
3) Develop physical skills
- keep it neat (take care of your body)
- be familiar with self-defence
- * self-defense develops confidence, respect, awareness (environmental, social and physical), etc.
- stay fit
- * suggestions: running, climbing, biking, swimming, bjj, aikido, krav maga
4) Keep learning
- be adaptable
- keep your mind humble to learn
- read about your interests
- maintain knowledge of what happens around you (don't overdo it)
5) Allow yourself to have fun
- develop a good taste
- learn to enjoy the small things
- explore attentively your senses (i.e. learn about smells, textures, sounds, etc.)
- give yourself time to visit places and people
- dress in a way you feel good (keep it appropriate to where you are)
- * (tip on dressing: it can be understood as part of your communication, so one goal you could have is to dress in a way others around you can feel at ease)
- make your home a pleasant place to live in
- be around people that treat you well
- develop different interests (i.e. arts, tech, etc.)