Invest in Yourself: Meditation and Other Healthy Habits

One of the very best things you can do is to devote time in self-improvement. Invest in yourself. Some may say this is selfish but what else can you offer the world, if not the best version of you? The only way you can be of any value to others is if you value yourself. To do this, consider spending time developing worthwhile habits and activities that promote health, happiness and learning.

Meditation

Meditation is a great example of investing in your mind. Think of it as “cleaning house.” Like an exercise in de-cluttering your brain. Keep the good and toss out the bad.

When you meditate, you watch what’s happening on the inner screen of your mind—where you can see all your good qualities, but all your inner garbage as well.

– Lama Yeshe, Tibetan Buddhist Teacher

Meditation is a great tool in organizing your thoughts so that you can have calm and clarity. Wouldn’t you rather engage in others with a sharp mind? In such a frame of mind, you are in a position of power to make better decisions in your life.

The most successful meditation exercises are the ones with clear intentions. When meditating, think about the reasons why you’re investing in yourself. What is your overarching purpose? Is it to overcome a conflict within yourself? Is it to experience peace so you can express more love to others? To be an improved version of your various roles in life? Whatever your intention is, its positive benefits will ultimately touch those around you.

Form Healthy Habits to Invest in Yourself

There are countless ways to invest in yourself. Meditation is just one example. Other self-improvement activities can focus on healthy habits such as setting goals, improving your physical health, fitness, finances, relationships and more.

Remember to engage in healthy habits with an intention or clear knowing of why you are doing it. Here is a very useful infographic that offers 22-scientifically proven ways to invest in yourself:

(Source: Lexington Law Blog)