Your mood lies in the way you think. Here’s how you can turn thinking into a HEALTHIER practice!

 

Friday: Mindfulness by Miles

FROM THE DESK OF MILES EVERSON:

Hello and welcome to today’s “Mindfulness by Miles!”

We hope you’re having a great day so far!

Every Friday, we release articles on mindfulness and other health-related insights. Our goal is to help you succeed in your personal and professional endeavors by adopting healthier habits for maximum life satisfaction.

Are you ready for today’s topic?

Read on to learn the benefits of this mindfulness practice and how you can nurture it for a more positive outlook in life.

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CEO, MBO Partners
Chairman of the Advisory Board, The I Institute

 

 

Your mood lies in the way you think. Here’s how you can turn thinking into a HEALTHIER practice!

Productivity…

A healthy environment…

Life satisfaction…

Are you aiming for these things, whether in your career or personal life?

If your answer is yes, then great! As an individual, it’s important that you have goals that keep you focused and disciplined in your everyday life. That’s why today, we’ll share with you one attitude that can positively impact your professional and personal aspirations.

Any ideas on what we’re talking about?

It’s…

Cultivating a healthy mindset!

The Core of Having a Healthy Mindset

Having a healthy mindset is like an armor that equips you to confront any obstacles you might encounter in your life. This attitude starts from within, rooted in healthy practices such as self-care, positivity, and emotional management.

Infusing this mindset into your daily responsibilities has the power to yield life satisfaction. Thinking positively empowers you to approach tasks with enthusiasm and grit, transforming routinary duties into fulfilling endeavors.

Additional benefits of maintaining a healthy mindset include:

  • Helping you accept and understand your feelings and situations as they happen
  • Enabling you to approach tasks, challenges, and stress with a positive attitude
  • Motivating you to continuously seek progress in your work and other aspects of your life
  • Allowing you to mindfully manage various situations and your relationships with other people
  • Empowering you to engage in self-care routines that fuel your performance

So… now that you're aware of the benefits of having a healthy mindset, allow us to share some ways on how to nurture it in both your personal and organizational tasks:

  1. Be kind to yourself.

    A healthy mindset starts from within. So, as a foundation, you have to be kind to yourself.

    How?

    You can achieve this by investing in your own self-care practices. Exercise regularly, take a break if necessary, and set healthy boundaries in all aspects of your life.

    It’s important that you enhance your physical and mental fitness to maintain a positive approach to life. Prioritizing yourself will prepare you and your mind for the tasks you need to accomplish and the challenges you might face.

  2. Practice gratitude.

    Embracing your growth and victories is essential to remind yourself that you are progressing, whether on a small or significant level.

    Similarly, acknowledging setbacks as a chance to improve yourself is a facet of cultivating a healthy mindset. Managing both the positive and negative events in your life will help you adjust your thinking accordingly.

  3. Surround yourself with the right people.

    It’s easier for a healthy mindset to flourish if you are surrounded by optimistic people. That’s because these individuals won’t dampen your vibe and will help you live a happier and more fulfilling life brought by a healthy environment.

    Besides, positive-minded people can assist you in addressing your shortcomings and enhance the way you perceive things. Through this, you will be able to perform well and thrive in an environment that fosters growth, harmony, and positivity.

  4. Maintain a healthy physique.

    A healthy body does not necessarily mean a healthy mind, and vice versa. However, you still need to be physically healthy so you can function well—mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. You can achieve this by following a healthy lifestyle and routine.

    Keep in mind that maintaining your physical health plays a critical role in your overall well-being. Think about this: When your body is healthy, it will also be easier for you to function effectively and efficiently in the midst of stressful situations.

Keep these tips in mind!

Always remember that a healthy mindset is something anyone can have. You can start cultivating this in your life by trying one of the above tips first and watching it transform your life.

You’ll see, when you cultivate a healthy mindset, you’ll also become more motivated and satisfied in everything that you do.

We hope today’s topic adds positivity and an enthusiastic spirit to your mindfulness and health journey!

Miles Everson

CEO of MBO Partners and former Global Advisory and Consulting CEO at PwC, Everson has worked with many of the world's largest and most prominent organizations, specializing in executive management. He helps companies balance growth, reduce risk, maximize return, and excel in strategic business priorities.

He is a sought-after public speaker and contributor and has been a case study for success from Harvard Business School.

Everson is a Certified Public Accountant, a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants and Minnesota Society of Certified Public Accountants. He graduated from St. Cloud State University with a B.S. in Accounting.

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