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Reinvent Yourself
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Aging gracefully is as much about feeling good on the inside as
feeling good on the outside. It's never too late to make changes
to reinvent yourself and maximize your mental and physical
wellbeing.
Self-improvement is at the top of many women's to-do lists, and
doing so can take many forms. According to a recent survey
by Post Great Grains Cereal, 73 percent of women said they'd
reinvented themselves since they turned 40 by improving their
health, finding a new passion or changing their career.
Eighty-three percent of survey participants (women, ages 40plus) think the greatest obstacle to reaching their full potential
is what they think of themselves, rather than what others think
of them. Follow these tips to become your own best friend and
take steps toward creating a happier, healthier you.
Give proper attention to your diet. A common form of reinvention is improving your eating habits. A balanced diet that
promotes a healthy digestive system is an important step in creating a healthier you. Starting each day with a nutritious breakfast is one easy change. Fill your menu with nutrition you can
see and wholesome ingredients, such as those in Great Grains
Digestive Blend cereals, which have active cultures in addition to
whole grains and natural fiber.
Take time to understand yourself. Digging deep to understand
your true passions may help reveal a new, more fulfilling path
in life, whether it be in the form of new hobbies or even a new
career. If you're not sure where to start, begin by making a
running list of situations, which capture your attention, such as
news articles or engaging conversations. Over time, look for patterns to emerge. Topics or themes rising to the top could signal
a special interest you may have overlooked in the past.
Nurture valuable relationships. Knowing (and loving) yourself
comes first, but having a strong support system is also important
for overall wellbeing. While it's important for women to surround
themselves with people who will boost them up, that boost
doesn't always have to come from another woman. When they
need a good laugh, 59 percent of women in the Great Grains
survey said they turn to their significant other. Investing time
to strengthen your personal connections improves not only the
health of those relationships, but the effects of those relationships on your physical health, as well.
While charting a new path may seem daunting, focusing on your
physical and mental health as you work to introduce change into
your life can smooth the way to reinventing a better and brighter
you.
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