Daily Short Blog #4
Being a good person is not hard, but it doesn’t just happen. So sometimes, I wonder, “Am I good person?” or simply just a bad person with all the bad things I’ve done in my life. I know I have regretted all the sins I’ve done in the past and promised not to redo them again, and I’m hoping the guilt is enough as an exchange.
More than anything else, we always want to be a better person while making choices that correspond with our beliefs. No matter your status in life is, you can make the choice to change.
Here are 17 simple ways you can do to be a better version of yourself:
1. Love and accept yourself.
You must first love and accept all parts of yourself to achieve a better version of you. Simply because people who love themselves naturally love others too, so how can they treat others badly, right? If you don’t, you will just keep on projecting your negativity, hopelessness and anger to other people who doesn’t actually deserve it.
2. Don’t make excuses.
If you say that you will do it, then do it. Stick to your word. If you tell another person that you’re going to do something but you didn’t, then you let them down – and that’s not being a better person. I know it’s difficult to do as you promise, so avoid pledging things you can’t really do. Don’t keep disappointing people by letting them down with your unfulfilled promise.
3. Have empathy for others.
The world doesn’t revolve around you nor does it revolve around me or anyone else. Your life is not more important than the other person’s, even if you don’t agree with them, it doesn’t matter. It’s their opinion, it’s their life. Having empathy with other people will encourage you to become a better person and build healthier relationships.
4. Call your parents regularly.
Make sure to check in with your mom and dad regularly. It’s not only simple but also respectful and being grateful for your parents. Nowadays, the hustle and bustle of life is quite busier than usual, but this is not an excuse to say Hi and ask your parents how they’re doing. Find time and let them know how you actually miss them – ’cause life is short, you’ll never know how long they will be here in this world with you.
5. Be honest with your relationships.
Be truthful in your relationship especially those intimate ones. A good person will move the relationship forward when things are going great and end it when the right time comes. Do not stay in a relationship for too long trying to solve the issue and forcing something that isn’t there. When it’s dragging you down, you have to rethink if you need to push it through. Be honest on how you feel and stay loyal when you’ve committed.
6. Don’t waste other people’s time.
Time is gold. Well, maybe you’re not a time-conscious person so you always run late and you think that it’s not a big deal because time isn’t important to you. But, it’s a very critical thing for everyone else because you can never get the wasted time back. To become a better person, you have to know the value of time.
7. Don’t blame other people for your own fault.
Even if they are to blame, don’t go for it. Try to see how you and your behavior played on how it turned out. Avoiding responsibility will just isolate yourself from others. So learn to admit your wrongdoings. It’s not a mistake, it’s called maturity.
Maturity is apologizing when you’re at fault, admitting your mistakes and learning how to not make them again.
8. Don’t take anything personally.
From my own experience, it’s really hard especially when pregnant and your hormones are at its peak. But listen, what other people say or do is usually not about you. It is about them. It’s a reflection of their own selves so don’t be depressed when they upset you. No one can offend you unless you allow them to. So instead of taking things personally, understand that what they’re saying might not be about you. I know it’s hard, but we can do it!
9. Know the Golden Rule.
“In everything, do to others what you would have them do to you. . . .”
Gospel of Matthew (7:12) and Luke 6:31
Why is it so difficult for us to actually live by this principle? It’s simple but practically requires all your patience and wisdom. Treat others the same way you want to be treated. Just like when you want to say something to someone else, think about how it could affect them. Put yourself on the other person’s shoes. If you feel like it could hurt you, then don’t do it.
10. Understand the consequences of your actions.
Everything you do has a specific consequence, whether it’s good or bad, that’s entirely up to you. Your actions definitely affect other people just as much as it affects you. Proper manners are not out of style, either waiting for everyone to finish their food on the table or opening the door for someone to walk through, it will all make a difference. Make sure all your actions are as positive as you can make them, so you can be a joyful influence to other people.
11. Think before you speak.
Don’t say hurtful things without thinking before speaking, because you will just end up immensely regretting it for sure. Anything you’ve said or done cannot be taken back. Even if you apologize until your last breath, you can’t undo any damage you’ve made. So, before saying anything, especially when you’re upset and angry, stop and think about it first.
“Think twice before you speak, because your words and influence will plant the seed of either success or failure in the mind of another.”
Napoleon Hill
12. Be generous.
Understand that the things we have and the money we earn are not worth anything without people to share it with. You don’t have to give away all your fortune, rather, be open and generous to those less fortunate especially in times of need.
13. Be positive.
In every situation, there are positives and negatives. Find ways to improve and focus on the positives. And by being positive, you will be able to find the best in people.
14. Be grateful.
Be grateful for the people and things around you instead of constantly complaining. Not only this make you a better person, but it also makes you an admirable person to be around. This will also make you a refreshing person that people will always want to be with.
15. Be consistent.
Put your best foot forward and treat every person and situation the same.
16. Compliment others when they deserve it.
Complimenting is a sign that you are happy for other people’s triumphs, whether you’re a part of it or not. As long as your compliments are honest and genuine, it’s already a start to become a better person.
17. Lastly, smile.
A smile is a powerful tool that one can use not only to light up the room but also to convey feelings and emotions to other people. Smile not only when things are going well, but when times are difficult too! Problems will never cease to occur, it will always be there. So keep on smiling, who knows? A smile can change something that no once can.
So, how to be a better person?
It takes a little effort to become a better person, but it’s an integral way for you to live your life to the fullest. When you become a better person, you also encourage those around you to be one too! – by living a life full of positivity, generosity, kindness, respect and away from negativities and fakeness.
This self-improvement skill will make you feel a lot better about yourself and love yourself a lot more. Being a better person isn’t that hard, but it will require your consistent approach. By incorporating above traits to your daily life, you too can be truly a better person living a kinder and happier life.
Read more of my Short Blogs:
Daily Short Blog #1: Treat Every Day As A New Chapter of Your Life
Daily Short Blog #2: How To Stop Giving A F**k About What Others Think of You
Daily Short Blog #3: How To Smoothly End An Argument
I love all these things you mention. Having a better life always start in loving yourself and just being yourself
Well, I can definitely do most of these, except call your parents often. My father passed away years ago and my Mom hasn’t spoken to us in years.
Especially in the world we live in today, this is so important. I try every day to be a better person, however, these Florida drivers make it hard lol.
These are fantastic. I think the most important one here is to stop making excuses. Humans are so good at excusing themselves, and that’s not how we grow.
I love all these points for being a good person. I realize that our character is shaped by so many factors including our life experiences.
I think the first one is the most important, the love and accept yourself! You can’t do anything else until you do that!
These are indeed great starters to get better. I always strive to become a better person by being mindful of others.
This is very accurate! I love the one that mentions “not wasting anybody’s time”. We really shouldn’t do that.
Great post! I think we should all try to be better people, some more than others. I especially agree with not taking things personally as often they aren’t meant personally. Especially in the workplace.
These are all good lessons to live by! Some are more difficult to uphold than others, but all are worth remembering.
These are all worthwhile points and doing as many of these as possible can make life better. Not just for you, but for those around you, too!
These are some great things to improve and be better person. These are things that I’m working at the moment on.
I think we could all learn from this! I do try to call/Facetime my parents quite a bit!
Those are some great points and totally agree with them. Being a better person makes things a lot easier for yourself.
Being a good human to yourself and others means you are and will be courageous in the face of danger and pain, rejection and despair. Great post!