5 BABY STEPS TO PUTTING YOURSELF FIRST.

We put our jobs, family, and even friends' needs first. Even though our backs don’t hurt by doing them we most of the time, hurt emotionally and psychologically. It is difficult to put yourself first due to social pressure and emotional attachment.

                  You need to put yourself first as much as possible for your physical, emotional, and psychological well-being, and here are 5 ways you can do that.

IMPORTANCE OF PUTTING YOURSELF FIRST

                Putting yourself first doesn’t necessarily mean that you come before everyone or that your needs are above everyone else. It is actually about putting your needs at the same level as everyone else. It is about considering your needs as well. Taking care of yourself and putting yourself first is the pathway to fulfillment and to high performance in work and in life. And, just as importantly, it's a gift to others. When your needs are met and you feel good about yourself, it's easier to elevate the needs of other people in front of your own. These are some steps to help you put yourself first.

1.       TAKE TIME FOR YOURSELF EVERY SINGLE DAY NO MATTER HOW BUSY YOU ARE.

Even if it is 5 minutes of less, always try to make time for yourself. Take your time to just sit and relax or read a book. Taking time for yourself will help put you in a good mood and make you more effective around your work area and people. It also helps you understand that you have needs and you have to put yourself first.

2.        SET BOUNDARIES WITH THE PEOPLE IN YOUR LIFE

Most people take advantage of your time and ask you too much, especially when they notice that you are always putting them first. You need to learn to set boundaries that you are comfortable with and let them know that you need some time to yourself.

Your boundaries should be healthy enough for you to tolerate and you should make them understand that they are lines they should not cross by enforcing your boundaries and not leaving anyone out.

3.        LEARN TO SAY NO TO THINGS YOU DON’T LIKE OR NOT WILLING TO DO.

Most people have a problem with not being able to say “no” to any request. You have to learn to decline anything you are not ready to take on or you don’t like. If there are events or tasks in your life that don’t make you happy or doesn’t fill right, say no and put yourself first.

Saying no will help put your happiness first and help you understand your needs better. It also helps you set better and healthier boundaries for the people around you.        

4.       TAKE CARE OF OUR PHYSICAL HEALTH BY EATING WELL AND EXERCISING.

When you put yourself first physically, it will have a positive effect on your mental health and vice versa.

You must eat properly and exercise as much as you can. It helps put you in a good mood and make you ready for the day.

If you don’t take of yourself physically, it will be extremely difficult for you to put your mental and emotional well-being first.  

5.       SET GOALS FOR YOURSELF AND STRIVE TO ACHIEVE THEM.

Putting yourself first is all about taking control of your life. The best way to do that is setting goals that you will love to achieve or that makes you happy. It might be a daily monthly or yearly goal; all that matters is that you strive to achieve it.

This is very important for you to put yourself. It helps put you in a good mood and helps your mental and emotional well-being.

FINAL THOUGHTS.

 Putting yourself is all about being kind to yourself and taking control of your life. It is about doing what makes you happy.

I will advise you to just take a break and read a book or go on a vacation in order for you to just put yourself in a good mood and understand yourself.

Set boundaries and learn to live in the moment and stop worrying their opinion. Set your goals and achieve them in order for you to be the best version of yourself.