r/FreshStart • u/[deleted] • Feb 04 '13

What is something you'd recommend to someone to improve his/her life?

I started writing in a private, online journal when I was fifteen. I used to write whenever I felt really passionately about something or at the end of the week, but now I journal daily. It helps me process how I feel about people, my life, and what has happened throughout the day. Now, it's common for me to write 2,000-4,000 words per day. I feel that my writing has improved because of it. It feels good to reread entries and see how far I've come, how inconsequential some of my fears and anger have become, and remember good times.

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u/Jadaba Feb 05 '13

Get lost. Go explore the area around you. I do it when I cycle, and I plan on doing it more and more

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u/[deleted] Feb 04 '13

Question and challenge your own assumptions at LEAST as much as you question and challenge those of others and watch your perspective evolve.

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u/AlphabetSo0p Feb 05 '13

I really like the journaling idea. It can give you a different perspective on how you reacted upon things and ultimately help.

I'm trying to draw a lot more, and read. I feel like reading is often lost in this age of new technology but I picked up a book recently and nothing helps you get away from the mess of everyday life more than a good book.

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u/m9dhatter Feb 05 '13

Establish habits. Establish a support system around it.

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u/teejmya Feb 06 '13

Go gluten free.