{"id":2186,"date":"2015-02-22T12:13:52","date_gmt":"2015-02-22T12:13:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aspire-canada.com\/?p=2186"},"modified":"2015-02-22T12:13:52","modified_gmt":"2015-02-22T12:13:52","slug":"7-steps-to-being-your-best-self","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aspire-canada.com\/?p=2186","title":{"rendered":"7 Steps to Being Your Best Self"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.lorensworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/f3dfcc371e88631e3d06821f5981e5f1.jpg\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\" wp-image-26533 alignleft\" src=\"http:\/\/www.lorensworld.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/11\/f3dfcc371e88631e3d06821f5981e5f1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"472\" height=\"531\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>Do you ever think that if you make just a few simple changes in your daily routine, you may just be happier? Transforming your health and happiness seems like a huge undertaking, but in reality, a few small changes may be all you need. From focusing on time to reflect to making a conscious effort to incorporate some daily exercise, following a few simple tips just may bring a sense of inner calm. Check out my tips for making sure I am my best and happiest self, every day.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><strong>7 Steps to Being Your Best Self<\/strong><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Meditation. This comes in many forms \u2013 from a few moments of self-reflection to more extensive focus, the time and quiet is essential for finding inner calm.<\/li>\n<li>Get out and move. Going for a run, hitting the gym or even trying out a new exercise class \u2013 getting the heart pumping always makes me feel energized.<\/li>\n<li>Eat a healthy breakfast, packed with protein. Starting out the day with a healthy meal is an absolute must.<\/li>\n<li>Water. Water. Water. It\u2019s easy to get busy and forget to hydrate, making this a priority is non-negotiable.<\/li>\n<li>Take a midday break. Getting outside, walking around and having a little sun on your face will renew and rejuvenate your spirit.<\/li>\n<li>Skip the afternoon caffeine and opt for an herbal tea or an energizing green juice instead. The natural high is incredible!<\/li>\n<li>Turn off all devices, like smartphone, iPad etc. before I get in bed. Letting technology go for a full eight hours is a must.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><a name=\"_GoBack\"><\/a>Do you have any tricks to bringing out your best self? Please share!<\/p>\n<div id=\"plista_widget_belowArticle\" class=\"plista_widget_belowArticle\"><\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you ever think that if you make just a few simple changes in your daily routine, you may just be happier? Transforming your health and happiness seems like a huge undertaking, but in reality, a few small changes may be all you need. 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