Invest in Yourself

When we hear the word “invest”, we often think of money or other assets. The word “invest” simply means to maximize what you already have. For example, when we invest money, we expect that the money we put forth can multiply, grow, or expand.! This is just like when we invest in ourselves. When we take the time to do what is essential to our growth, we have expectations that our minds can expand and that we can do more for ourselves. 

Think of investing like planting. When you plant a seed, it does not grow overnight. However, seeds become plants, trees, or even food for us to eat but that is only possible if we take care of the seed that we plant! This process is much like when we grow to become more of ourselves. Growing is only possible if we invest in ourselves. So here are a few tips on how to invest in yourself and why it is important. 

1. Know what interests you. 

What do you like to do? What do you want for yourself? Is it more money, happiness, better personal relationships? Whatever it is that you want in your life, you should be taking action to obtain that. The little steps that you take matter.

2. Learn what is best for you and act accordingly. 

When you know what you want in life, you should be able to eliminate or add certain things or people accordingly. If you want more money, you should learn to manage finances better. You may have to lessen the money you spend on eating out, or request for more hours at work, or even start your own business! Structure your life in a way that can render the results you desire. 

3. Exercise, drink water and eat healthy. 

We only get one body in this life and it is essential that we treat it with care! Exercising and eating healthy provide your body with the energy that it needs. It also helps to keep your skin and mind healthy and can keep your feeling more youthful.

4. Read books or seek expert advice on topics that are important to you. 

If you want to manage your finances, there are MILLIONS of not only books, but videos on youTube of people with tips on how to manage money. If you want to become a master in music, study it! Study whatever topic you are passionate about. The books you read are positive seeds in your garden of knowledge. 

5. Take time for yourself.

It is important to have time to be quiet with yourself. Listen to your intuition, pray, or meditate. Write up your goals and visions. Spend time getting to know who you are and what values are important to you. We often think of spending time with people, work, and school, but what about spending time with ourselves? That is key to investing in yourself because this gives you the opportunity figure out what you need to do, thus giving you clarityto move forward! Following this tip can be really powerful.