11 Powerful Ideas to Set Your Day up for Greatness

Small changes add up to powerful habits.

Close your eyes. Quiet the mind.

Answer this question: What makes you a better version of yourself?

Everyone has it. The key is to own it.

We tend to pay excessive attention to the quality of our clothes, skincare and outside appearance. Seldom do we remember to prioritize constructive thoughts, a supportive workplace or mental balance.

The most gratifying project you will ever work on is you.

Why not start the day on your terms? The effort you put into shaping your mindset will reap a marvellous payoff in the form of a resilient attitude immune to self-destructive thinking.

How to raise your vibrations so that energy and drive will last for the whole day? It is all about where you are placing your energy focus. Lift your spirit to reap all the benefits.

#1. Meditation: food for the mind.

In today’s results-driven world, we focus more on the outcome than the journey towards the goal.

After one destination, the next ambition seems to arise. Nowadays, multitasking is worn as a badge of honour. In fact, studies have shown that when our brain is constantly switching gears between tasks, we become less efficient and more likely to make a mistake.

Meditation helps you manage mental balance. And peace of mind is crucial when faced with doubts. While meditating, you separate emotions from the decision-making process. Clarity enters the scene.

Meditation is not a one-time solution but a way of living. It does not force any labels upon us. Its experience is tailored uniquely to help with whatever you may be going through.

You can set up a meditative ritual in the morning or evening. You can also stop whatever you are doing during the day and quiet your mind to reset the momentum of your thoughts.

#2. Cold showers and breathwork.

Ice-cold showers not only reduce inflammation in the body but are powerful for your mind as well. According to a study of cryotherapy, it boosts your mood and fights off depression. It literally makes you chilled out.

Intentional breathing slows down racing thoughts bringing attention back to the body. There are many benefits of breathwork: it boosts immunity, decreases the level of cortisol, lowers blood pressure, helps to cope with chronic pains, to name a few.

I use it every day and swear by it. By combining Wim Hof Method, and cold exposure, I have discovered limitless resources of energy.

You shouldn’t do it one time and call it a day. Consistency yields optimal results. You are not likely to see physical changes after just one session, though I guarantee you will feel re-energized and eager to swagger through your day.

#3. Get out.

The world is an exciting playground for discovering who we are. Writing does not happen when you sit at home but through exploring the world.

Thoreau claimed: “the moment my legs begin to move, my thoughts begin to flow”. Many philosophers, writers, scientists were known for walking long distances, whether through bustling cities or serene countrysides. Movement combined with natural surroundings conspires in our favour.

Attention Restoration Theory holds that nature restores concentration and heals mental fatigue. A green environment replenishes our depleted energy.

Nature teaches about the cyclicity and natural flow of life and death. It mirrors the wisdom of life. Whatever you may be going through, nature will always present you with the necessary answers to help you see the broader perspective. You need to be willing to look for it.

#4. Read inspiring pages.

Choose whatever you fancy. Ranging from self-help books like Brian Tracy or Louise Hay to fantasy reading by going on an adventure through the Middle-earth or immersing yourself into the world of magic at Hogwarts.

When you focus on the words you read and get carried away by your imagination, the external world becomes blurred.

The mind is not distracted by any worries, anxieties haunting the peace of your mind, which is usually the case when watching TV or trying to compensate for any action with overthinking.

Read books that transfer you to a better place. Not because society thinks they are beneficial. If you wish to read Harry Potter for the tenth time, go on. If the self-help section makes you feel like crap, ditch it.

#5. Cut out (social) media and external distractions.

We function in a chaotic world. To genuinely find your voice, one needs to step aside from the havoc and mayhem of external influence.

Social media seems to be saturated with the notion of not-enoughness, which contributes to spreading the disease of achieving more to prove one’s self-worth.

Thoughts you pick up are the mental diet that determines the quality of your life. We are so quick to jump on food detoxes, choke down green juices. What about our mental health and external factors we are exposed to; books we read, social media influencers, YouTube videos? Be picky. Be selective. Not every thought deserves access to your subconscious.

Cut out negative people, ideas that do not comply with the core values you have worked so hard to establish. Look for the clutter in your life and prune it ruthlessly.

Pay attention to what stirs up negative, fearful emotions. Your surroundings and your interpretation of them directly influence the subconscious. The mind determines what materializes in our physical reality.

#6. Eat vibrant food

Although I am a firm believer that a mental diet is far more important than the physical one, the food we consume is our strong advocate.

As your diet consists predominantly of “lively food”, your thoughts become more transparent, energy flows more freely throughout your body.

Nutritious food becomes your fuel for energy, and energy means abundance, which motivates you to reach your goals.

When you choose lighter consumption, based on juices, smoothies, salads and soups, you cease to worry about health issues. That is why I find detoxing very energizing.

For the period of cleansing, I get to focus on what I love doing, not on the amount of food I should eat or what should I prepare for the next meal. Any distress goes out the door, thus giving me more space for clarity, more time for pursuing my interests other than finding joy in food alone.

#7. Cease criticizing, judging and gossiping.

The human mind is programmed to label people or situations as better or worse.

First, stop criticizing yourself. Your disrespectful self-talk has destructive consequences on your body and spirit. Break the habit of diminishing your accomplishments, doubting your worth or ability to perform any goal.

What is more, the relationships of your life determine the unfolding of it. The way you speak to your parents, the attitude you bring to the dinner table, intentions that uphold your actions towards your partner support your frame of mind, and that is the very thing you are going to get in return.

When we are judging others, we are also being judged. What you give out into the world is exactly what you are going to get. It is always your choice what you give your attention to. You are so free you can choose gossip. You are so free you can choose love. You always get to have a choice.

#8. Train your mind to spot out things you can be grateful for.

If you continue to do this regularly, and you will be committed to it, it will become a habit.

Once you perceive the world through the lens of gratitude, hope, optimism and meaning, your life will become an adventure.

Every situation in life carries a specifically designed meaning, a vital lesson. It is not the world’s job to show you how great things are. You need to discover it yourself.

Instead of looking at people as a nuisance, perceive them as a present. What can you learn from them? What can you observe to improve your habits and elevate your emotions?

The more I have the privilege to experience the everyday beauty of our world, the more I am convinced that gratitude is the true meaning of our existence. It transforms what we already have into more than enough. It provides us with an abundant outlook on life.

#9. Share your kindness and laughter with others.

Surround yourself with positive people. As you raise your vibrations, people who share the same values will naturally gravitate towards you.

The relationships of your life are your mirror, so whatever bothers you about somebody else becomes your lesson and your biggest ally in your personal growth.

When you feel successful and happy, you become the light for others to follow. Do not force anybody to follow in your footsteps or perceive the world as you feel entitled to, but freely share your good-hearted nature and deeds with your surroundings.

#10. Change your ‘have to’ into ‘get to’.

Your mental chatter has a powerful force in shaping your life experiences.

Instead of saying I have to go running, try thinking I get to be able to run because of my physical strength and time to do it.

I have to read paraphrase into I get to study the best authors, be inspired by new ideas, expand my vocabulary.

I have to eat healthy substitute for I get to eat vibrant and fresh food, I have access to it.

How you condition your mind to perceive your surroundings, changes how your reality is unfolding. It is that simple.

#11. Experiment with ideas you feel passionate about.

Apply your individual approach because nobody can pinpoint the most precise road for you, and no roadmap exists. Only trials and errors.

Take up jogging, painting, cooking, filmmaking: whatever unleashes your creativity. Forget the rules. Do not take into account how it should be done. Do it on your own terms.

We fear taking up new activities for coming out as a failure. It is only our conditioned mind talking. Once I started chasing rejection, my creativity and boldness for life kicked in.

Once the idea pops into your head, pursue it with the curiosity of a child. Such an extraordinary approach should be adopted daily. Ask questions, marvel at new ways of doing mundane tasks, saturate them with passion.

When you raise your vibrations, the key is to maintain them.

Mindfully trace your thoughts and emotions every second of your day. It is not difficult. It may be uncomfortable, as you have rarely engaged in mindfulness, but it is doable. When you feel your mood is dropping low, pick something from the list above and return to the badass attitude.

At first, the journey to greatness takes an effort of presence and mindfulness to set up daily habits. Once you are willing to start your garden, tender to it consistently, you will be amazed at how ripe and delicious fruits will be borne.

Thank you for reading!

I write to empower and inspire with self-love. Your biggest strength lies in your authenticity, so embrace the whole package. Wear your unique attitude proudly.