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LIFESTYLE

that will determine whether you are
merely coping in life and keeping your
head above water, or you are thriving and
in control.

If and when you are ready and able
to nourish yourself correctly, keep in
mind that each person and their body is
different. What is healthy for one person
may not necessarily be so for the next
person. It is worth taking time to explore
which foods are appropriate for your
specific mind/body type and in what
quantities. You do not necessarily have to
visit a dietician or nutritionist - simply do
some research and become more aware.
When you eat various foods, take note of
how you feel afterwards. Consider starting
an eating journal and documenting the
THE SECOND BUILDING BLOCK FOR CREATING QUALITY Image: Jarritos - Unsplash types of foods you eat and your body’s
OF LIFE IS THE QUALITY OF YOUR RELATIONSHIPS reaction to them.

You may have many relationships in your Your quality of life is a choice, so empower
life, including family, friends, extended yourself with whatever knowledge you
family and colleagues, but how many of need.
these are quality relationships? Do they
add value to your life, and do you add value There will, of course, be challenging times
to theirs? when a lot is demanded of you. By focusing
on your well-being and incorporating the
Often the quality of your relationships three building blocks into your life, you
comes down to the quality of the time will be able to cope with life’s challenges
you spend with these people. To enhance that much better.
the quality of your relationships, consider
these points:
• Are you present? When you are with the
people you love, are you fully attentive?
• Do you listen? Listening is not a passive
activity. It takes practice to be able
to listen without thinking about your
response or counter-argument. You
will be amazed at what happens when Image: Nadine Primeau - Unsplash
a person feels heard, regardless of
whether you agree with them or not.
Most arguments or heated discussions
can be diffused by simply listening and
being authentic.
• Do you create a space for others to feel
that they can belong?

THE THIRD BUILDING BLOCK FOR CREATING QUALITY
OF LIFE IS THE QUALITY OF THE FOOD YOU EAT
Your body is a machine and needs the
proper fuel to perform efficiently. What
you eat and how you eat it are key factors Image: Pablo Merchan Montes - Unsplash

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