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As you get older, you start to gain a different perspective in life – what’s important to you and what really matters. I’ve still got a way to go with working on the three things I’m trying to remove from my life, or at least reduce.

Here goes…

Unnecessary stress

Ever worry about the small stuff? Yep, me too. I often create scenarios in my head that I expect to be the outcome that’ll come to life. Or I’ll worry about how I’m perceived as a person or avoiding an opportunity without giving it a shot. I’ve had experiences in both my personal and professional life where worry has piled on top worry and before I know it, it’s been a pyramid of unwanted stress, headaches, and mental trauma. I’m trying to let off of all the little things that I usually stress about, trusting my gut more, and coming back stronger after any challenge/s that come my way. Sometimes life will bring unexpected events into your world, remember to surround yourself with the people who support and love you when times do get really tough.

Drama

Spreading drama is never a good thing. Sometimes you’re hooked into it without even knowing. I personally think the people you associate yourself with can influence how you pick up gossiping habits. But whatever the cause, it’s down to you to change it. If anything, drama wastes time and energy. I like to think that where I am today in my life, I surround myself with the people who have positive energy and the ones who truly care, especially when their words are turned into actions. They are my kinda people.

Self comparison

Okay, I might be too optimistic here so maybe I’ll lean more towards explaining why I’d like to stop this. Comparing myself to other people has ruined my happiness so many times, I’ve lost count. I’ve avoided seeing people, having fun, believing in myself during personal and professional triumphs, the list goes on. I think we’re all here to be our own person, you know? I just need to be kinder to myself sometimes and remind myself of that. I’m sure I read somewhere once that life would be boring if we were all the same.

Anyone who has been there for me at different stages of struggling with the above, I’m truly grateful for you.