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Is there something you want to change about yourself
or something you think you should stop doing?
It's never easy to let go of what you've learned
to be comfortable with,
but the act of letting go and starting over
can be incredibly powerful.
It can positively impact our lives
and allow us the freedom to finally pursue
the things that emotionally fulfill us,
because we're no longer waved down
by the obstacles we created for ourselves.
With that said, here are 10 things in your life
you should let go of.
One, unrealistic expectations.
While there's certainly nothing wrong
with aiming high and believing in yourself,
setting goals that are too unrealistic
only set you up for failure and disappointment.
The more you pressure yourself to succeed
and live up to your perfect ideals,
the more frustrated you will feel
when things don't work out.
Success isn't a checklist
and life isn't a race to see who lands the best job,
lives in the nicest house,
or has the happiest marriage.
Stop thinking that you need to have certain things
or be in certain places,
just for you to feel good about yourself.
Two, emotional baggage.
Letting go of your personal problems
is easier said than done,
but you can't keep holding
onto your emotional baggage forever.
Leave all your heartbreaks and emotional hangups
where they belong, in the past,
and learn to let go of the resentments
you may have been holding onto.
It's okay if you're still hurting
as long as you allow yourself the freedom
to heal, transform, and grow
as you greet the New Year.
Three, toxic relationships.
It's time for you to say goodbye
to draining toxic relationships
and one-sided friendships.
Don't surround yourself with fair-weather people.
Know that you deserve to be with people
who care for you, understand you,
accept you, and connect with you.
Create healthy boundaries for yourself,
and don't be afraid to leave those
who have hurt you too much
or mistreated you too many times.
Four, playing it safe.
Are you feeling stagnant in life
and looking for a change?
Then it's time to step out of your comfort zone
and try new things.
After all, no one ever achieved anything great
by simply following the herd,
so why not have a little fun and experiment?
Get a change of scenery,
adopt a new hobby, and do something
you've always wanted to do
but never had the courage to do before.
Don't be afraid to be more authentic,
more outspoken, and more vulnerable.
But don't forget to explore responsibility
and take calculated risks.
Five, perfectionism.
Striving for perfection
never did you any good.
So, what do you plan to do differently?
Are you asking too much of yourself
and constantly obsessing over your flaws
and shortcomings?
If you're trying to change for the better,
then now is the time to forgive yourself
for whatever mistakes you made along the way
as you push yourself to do better.
Embrace the real you,
not the perfect you.
Six, people pleasing.
We all crave the approval and acceptance
of the people who matter to us,
but worrying too much about what others think
will only bring you misery and frustration.
Devoting all your time and energy,
trying to live up to everyone's expectations of you
is exhausting because it's impossible for you
to please everyone.
Do you find yourself trying hard to make everyone happy
at the cost of your own inner peace?
The truth is the person whose approval
should matter the most to you
shout be you.
Seven, your pride.
With everything that's happened in your life
and where you are now,
it's always important to stay grounded and humble.
It's time to ask yourself honestly,
is your ego getting in the way of your relationships?
If the answer is yes,
having too much pride can blind you of your own faults
and create a wall between you and your loved ones.
It can keep you from learning from your mistakes
and make it harder for you to see things
from another person's point of view.
Eight, your need for control.
It's good to have a plan and be prepared
for what's to come,
but you shouldn't underestimate
how unpredictable life can get.
Sometimes you just need to learn
to roll with the punches
and make the best of what you have.
Let go of the unhealthy need
to be in control all the time,
because it will only lead to anxiety
and unnecessary rigidity.
Trust that everything will work itself out in the end
and enjoy the ride for as long as you can.
Nine, unhealthy habits.
Do you smoke or drink too much?
Have you been overeating or sleeping late?
Whatever unhealthy habits you may have,
you should love yourself enough to stop giving into them
and letting them destroy you
physically, mentally, or emotionally.
Why not start exercising,
drinking more water or eating healthier instead?
Your mind and body will surely thank you for it
as time goes on.
Even if you might be craving something else right now.
And 10, your fear of failure.
Are you afraid of failure?
As the saying goes,
fear kills more dreams than failure ever did.
Squandering your potential and turning down opportunities
just because you're afraid
might be preventing you from growth.
A lot of people don't want to try their best
or give something their all
because they think it will hurt too much
if it doesn't pan out in the end.
But you owe it to yourself to try.
Don't settle for a life
of always watching from the sidelines,
wondering what if.
Go after the things you want.
You might surprise yourself in the end.
And in the end, your life is what you make of it,
so make the most out of every moment you have.
Let go of the things that no longer serve you
and make room in your life
for better things to come.
Start living your best life today
and become the best version of yourself.
Is there anything in your life
that you feel is holding you back?
Does it include any of the points made in this video?
If not, you might want to add them to your list.
Have these pointers made it easier to know where to begin?
Please let us know in the comments below.
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