7 Things You Can Do Now That Your Future Self Will Thank You For
What comes to your mind when you think about your future? Think back 5 or 10 years ago; has your life turned out the way you hoped it would? Are you the person you visualized yourself becoming? Your future is determined by the decisions you make today.
Even though we are always encouraged to live in the moment and not worry about what the future holds, planning and coming up with strategies to make your future life better is vital.
However, do not obsess about it so much that it negatively affects how you live today. After all, if you believe in fate, what is meant to happen, will happen.
But it can’t hurt anything to make choices that can help you shape your future or become the person you want to be, right? Below are 7 things you can do now that your future self will thank you for.
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7 Things to Do for Your Future Self
- Standing up for yourself
When people get older, one of their most common regrets is letting others take them for granted and allowing them to walk all over them.
For instance, by not setting boundaries, not standing up for your beliefs, and being a people pleaser who says yes to things you don’t want to do. You deserve better, and you should know it.
Start valuing yourself more by knowing your worth and spending time only on things you are truly passionate about.
Whether it is at work or in your personal life, you should learn to stand up for yourself and make yourself heard. It is a show of dignity, self-confidence, and self-respect, and one of the best things to do for your future self.
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- Taking chances
Staying in your comfort zone won’t land you that high-paying job you want. To be successful, you have to dare to take risks no matter how daunting they are, and seize opportunities that come your way.
It could include quitting your current job and changing careers to follow your passion, expressing your opinion, traveling and going on adventures, talking to that girl/boy you like, and participating in competitions, among many other things that could change your life.
The worst that can happen is that you could fail, or you might get a no, but at least you tried.
There is nothing worse than looking back later and regretting that you let opportunities pass you by because you were too scared to seize the day and take risks. ‘What ifs’ and ‘I wish I did XX’ thinking can hinder you from living a fulfilling life.
Start believing in yourself and your abilities more and take chances, your future self will thank you for it.
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- Making good financial decisions
To get your life together and live a more comfortable life in the future, you will need to make good financial decisions now.
They can guarantee your future self has financial freedom and is prepared well in case of emergencies. This can include spending your money wisely and saving a percentage of your earnings.
Your future self is watching you impulse buy things or take out a loan to finance the purchase of an expensive car that you probably don’t need and wincing, knowing how this will affect your life later.
Now, imagine how proud of yourself you would be if you made better choices with your money; so, do it for your future self.
Making a vision board to manifest your ideal future, avoiding getting into debt, budgeting, investing in stocks or real estate, buying meaningful things, saving up for retirement, or setting up an emergency fund are some of the things you can do now that your future self will thank you for.
However, every once in a while, it is okay to treat yourself to something if you really want and can afford it.
- Being authentic
Imagine looking back at your life now and not even recognizing who that person is.
You have probably fallen into the habit of conforming to societal expectations of what you should be and how you should think and behave. You present a fake persona to the world, hoping that you will be acceptable to others and gain a sense of belonging.
Putting on a façade to fit in or to please others can cost you your happiness. Thus, being unapologetically yourself, practicing self-love, and being kind to yourself are some of the things you can do now that your future self will thank you for if you do them now.
Be authentic and embrace who you are, imperfections and all, then aim to please and impress yourself first before doing the same to others. Also, accept that you have no control over what society has to say about you.
By being authentic, you don’t have to worry about anyone else’s opinions of you so long as you know who you are, who you want to be, and what you want to do with your life.
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- Investing in yourself
Your future self is depending on you to make your golden years great.
Investing in yourself might be the most profitable investment you will ever make, and also one of the best things to do for your future self.
Do this by reading to expand your knowledge, continuing to learn new languages or skills, exploring your creativity, and taking care of your health.
Put self-care at the top of your list of priorities to protect your physical and mental health. Exercise regularly, eat healthy foods, take care of your skin, meditate, take breaks to rest when you need to, get enough sleep, and avoid drinking alcohol, smoking, and substance abuse.
You are the only one you can depend on with complete certainty; hence adopting self-care strategies that keep you in good shape and protect your well-being is paramount. Investing in yourself by looking out for your health is an act of self-preservation.
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- Living in the moment
Will you look back at your memories of today with pride or regret the things you did or failed to do?
Thinking of the future doesn’t mean that you become too busy planning for it, that you forget to focus on the present. Before you realize it, years have gone by, and you are full of regrets about things you didn’t do or were too busy to enjoy.
Learn to live in the moment and enjoy all that life has to offer.
Some things you can do now that your future self will thank you for include; unplugging from work, reducing screen time and going outside to enjoy nature, traveling the world, making time for family and friends, celebrating small wins, and having fun.
You will have better memories of this time if you live your life to the fullest right now and stop procrastinating on your happiness.
- Surrounding yourself with the right people
Remember the saying, ‘Show me who your friends are, and I will tell you who you are‘? The company you keep often determines how your life turns out, your happiness, and the kind of person you become.
For instance, surrounding yourself with obese friends or family members increases your chances of becoming obese; having happy friends can make you happy, and ambitious ones motivate you to be the same way.
Surrounding yourself with the right people is another of the things to do for your future self. Cut off toxic or fake friends, and do not be afraid to leave an unhealthy relationship if that will give you a better chance of living your best life.
Keep those that accept you and your flaws, the ones that bring out the best in you, and the supportive people that encourage you to chase your dreams.
Choosing the right people to go with you on your life’s journey is an important decision you have to make now. So, build strong bonds with your family and friends to have a support network in your later years.
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Final Thoughts
What kind of future do you see for yourself? Who do you visualize yourself being five, ten, or twenty years from now?
If you aren’t satisfied with what you imagined, it is time to start working on things your future self can benefit from.
The above are 7 things you can do now that your future self will thank you for. Use these ideas to make decisions that make your life easier and better later in life.
What will your future self thank you for? Do you think your future self would be proud of who you are today?
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Wondeful and meanigful tips, thank you!
Thank you for reading and commenting, Michelle. Glad you liked the post💗
A couple of these I need to do more for sure. Taking chances and being more present especially.
It’s not too late to start or improve.
Thank you for reading and commenting, Ang! ❤
Beautiful tips
Thank you for reading. Glad you liked the post!! ❤
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Welcome!
I’m working on building better relationships but that has been a little tough in the last year!
Don’t worry, things will workout eventually and you will be able to spend more time connecting with the important people in your life❤
Being authentic is a big one! No point trying to be a person you are not, and people will generally prefer you being yourself!
Yep, the right people will like you when you are authentic. The world, however, tries to turn people into things they are not. This is why it is such a big achievement to be able to be your true self. Thank you for reading and commenting❤
This is a beautiful post I am re-blogging just now.
Thank you for sharing❤
You are always welcome.
That’s an excellent list of positive actions to take for a happier future self ~ thanks for sharing, Sheri & have a nice day 😊🌹
Thank you for always being so supportive, Phil. I’m glad you liked the post. Have a nice day too❤
You’re most welcome, Sheri & thank you 😊❤
Good title. Sounds like something I wrote a year ago “Do something today that your future self will thank you for”. May 25 2020
Thank you . That’s a good quote, I will check it out❤