Your Best Version: The Nexus of Happiness & Success

Words by Imthishal

The modern world is fast-paced, sometimes it feels like you just can’t catch a break. Male’ city by nature is and always has been ever-bustling, with responsibilities and commitments to both work and personal life, it can be exhausting. Recent studies prove that there is undoubtedly a correlation between happiness and success. In simple words; positive emotions release dopamine and serotonin, chemicals that allow us to feel pleasure and increase activity in our brain’s learning center. Therefore, helping us process faster and retain new information longer. Conclusively, numerous successful and influential individuals seem to share and practice similar habits, to achieve a better self, both in career and personal growth. Implement a few of these quick and uncomplicated habits into your routine to be the person you are eager to become. Why let a few hurdles stop you from crossing the finishing line?

Any sort of physical activity for at least 15 to 30 minutes each day can have an unbelieve impact on your day to day. While it helps reduce risk of disease, strengthen muscles and have countless other physical benefits. More importantly, it is a means to develop discipline, regulate mood and fight off symptoms of depression and hostility. Overall, a quick way to develop and improve self esteem entirely, and in result even confidence. The way in which you present yourself will change drastically. No more dragging yourself through meetings, no more walking through corridors hunched back, no more nervous talking.

“You have to exercise, or at some point you’ll just break down.”

– Barack Obama

For your body and brain to function optimally, a proper sustainable diet is of the utmost importance. Certain nutrients such as vitamins, omega-3-fatty acids, minerals and antioxidants are not only required for a healthy immune system, muscles and bones. These very nutrients are also accountable for your cognitive processors such as, memory, problem-solving skills and concentration, characteristics necessary for prospering in any endeavor. Additionally, the concept of ‘happy food’ is another piece of solid evidence. A myriad of nutritionists suggest including ingredients such as dark chocolate, berries, olive oil, eggs, walnuts, and many more into one’s diet, because it is scientifically proven to regulate mood.

“You are what you eat.”

– Anthelme Brillat Savarin

 

Any noteworthy individual has paved their path with the aid of a book or two. Knowledge and its expansion is crucial for any sort of fortune. Regardless of chosen field any and all questions one might have on their journey to greatness is found in pages. To be a leader, understanding different perspectives and experiences is definite. Through reading the shortest of stories we are able to put ourselves in another’s shoe; empathy, unquestionably a key feature. Consequently, while this is also therapeutic and meditative, this deeper comprehension of human nature is in some form; personal growth, which often contributes to a sense of fulfillment. 

“The more that you read, the more things you will know. The more that you learn, the more places you’ll go.”

– Dr. Seuss

What does Jeff Bezos, Oprah Winfrey, Steve Jobs and Jack Dorsey have in common? Yes, you guessed it, a morning routine. Though everyone has their very own preferred rituals that work for them, they all serve the same purpose. Whether you are an entrepreneur making waves from the comfort of your penthouse, or whether you are stocking shelves at a supermarket, a morning routine sets the tone for the rest of your day. There are innumerable worries we cannot control in our lives, this routine will be the first step to taking back control, while increasing productivity and reducing stress. However, you must figure out what suits your lifestyle, and don’t worry there are diverse options. Just the simple act of making your bed will give you a sense of achievement while a morning run can boost energy. It also meanings; vitamin D, improvement in mood, increased motivation. If running isn’t for you, take your morning coffee by the balcony or go for a walk with it, and get the same amount of serotonin and dopamine.

“Early to bed and early to rise makes a man healthy, wealthy, and wise.”

– Benjamin Franklin

I think we can all agree that the toughest part of life and the answer to most of our problems is; ‘time management.’ Balance is what we crave for, but find so hard to obtain. Our generation spends an average of 6 hours on social media platforms per day. Switching off your phone after a day’s work means more quality relationships, thereby reducing stress and creating more memories that induce dopamine. Alternatively, your creativity and productivity will show signs of improvement as well, allowing you to give a 100% to more meaningful matters.  

“Technology can be our best friend, and technology can also be the biggest party pooper of our lives. It interrupts our own story, interrupts our ability to have a thought or a daydream, to imagine something wonderful, because we’re too busy bridging the walk from the cafeteria back to the office on the cell phone.”

– Steven Spielberg