Learn from the dying by prioritizing being present for your life as it happens and nurturing relationships, to avoid regrets about not having lived fully.
Consciously work to strengthen the ‘mental muscle’ of being fully present in the current moment, rather than dwelling on the past or future.
During meditation, practice stepping out of the ’traffic’ of your thoughts and emotions to observe the contents of your mind without getting caught up in their stories.
Take control of your inner voice by consciously directing what it says, rather than letting it have its own identity, as this simple shift can change your life.
Actively observe your surroundings and how they affect you, rather than moving through life with ‘blinders on,’ to enhance your awareness of your current situation.
Take a moment to pause, breathe, and fully appreciate significant experiences and opportunities as they unfold, rather than rushing through them.
Be aware of and appreciate your food, including its origins and cultural significance, as an opportunity to connect with your passion for eating rather than just consuming it.
Aspire to minimize time spent on ‘automatic pilot’ in life, consciously working to be present and aware, as this builds a mental muscle over time.
View life’s challenges and unusual experiences as opportunities to learn and grow, noticing their impact and integrating them into your understanding of life.
Before going to bed, make a mental or written list of things you are grateful for, as this practice can promote happiness and aid in falling asleep.
Look yourself in the eye in a mirror and congratulate yourself for your day and life, acknowledging your blessings, as a form of self-awareness and positive mental exercise.
Begin a meditation practice with short, eight-minute sessions daily to form habits and experience benefits, even with a busy lifestyle.
To meditate, sit down, relax, focus on your breathing, and when thoughts arise, acknowledge them without judgment and let them pass like a leaf floating down a creek.
Use guided meditation, whether through apps, classes, or a personal teacher, to stay on track, overcome doubts about doing it ‘right,’ and benefit from the instructions and connection.
If you fall off your meditation practice, don’t hesitate to return to it, as breaks can sometimes lead to a more profound awareness and appreciation of its benefits.
Don’t discard thoughts that arise during meditation; instead, reflect on them later to gain deeper insights into your feelings and experiences.
Approach conversations, both professional and personal, with genuine curiosity to discover answers and take others on a journey with you, fostering better engagement and learning.
Lead by example in your interactions and work, as it is the most effective way for people to understand who you are and connect with you authentically.
Be authentic and vulnerable by letting your true emotions show, whether happiness, anger, or sadness, to foster genuine connection and intimacy with others.
Despite negative news or challenging times, consciously choose to focus on the good things happening to maintain a positive outlook.
If contemplating writing a book, commit to the process by starting to write, as the content and direction will often become clear through the act of writing itself.
When writing a memoir, be prepared to ’let it all hang out’ and be completely vulnerable with your stories and experiences.
After a gastric sleeve procedure, pace alcohol consumption by having one drink followed by two glasses of water to manage reduced tolerance and avoid becoming an alcoholic.
If you’ve had a gastric sleeve procedure, avoid all carbonated beverages because they can bloat your stomach.
Take opportunities to run short distances, like across a street before a ‘don’t walk’ sign flashes, to build and maintain physical fitness and appreciate improved stamina.
In public-facing professional roles, avoid engaging in political commentary, especially when your audience seeks a break from such topics, to maintain broad appeal and neutrality.