There’s an odd stigma attached to ‘self-improvement’. Usually associated with quick-fixes and Tony Robbins. However, the fundamental basics of self-improvement – improving one’s self – is something that I think does a lot of good for people.
One thing that I think should become common knowledge is how ‘self-help’ can work in different ways for different people. No one thing works the same for everybody, so you must get used to taking in a lot of information and filtering what would actually benefit your life.
That said, The Positivity Blog has written about 5 things you may not know about self-improvement; mostly focused around the idea that it isn’t easy and won’t fix anything quickly.
When you know it will take time to improve a part of your life and have realistic expectations everything runs smoother and you don´t get so impatient and give up before all your hard work really starts to pay off.
Five Things You Might Not (Want To) Know About Self Improvement – [ThePositivityBlog]
Thanks a lot for the mention. I really appreciate it.
Those points are something that most people don’t think about, especially in this instant gratification society.
It isn’t always easy to change things, and it doesn’t happen overnight.
I like Tony Robbins.
I used to like Tony Robbins. Some of what he talks about have merit, but I think he’s a better salesman than a life coach.
Great comment! I wish most would realize this fact that there are no quick fixes and that an investment in time and effort is required. My blog talks about this all the time. “Have fun while you grow” is my moto!
Thanks!
Pam
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