By HAYLEE SAESEE
Staff Writer
- Spend time getting to know yourself, or do something you enjoy
- Allow yourself to say “no” when necessary
- Avoid comparing yourself to others’ successes
- Be honest with yourself
- Show yourself compassion
- Start interpreting your mistakes as opportunities to learn and help you grow as a person
- Accept responsibility and forgive yourself for any past mistakes
- Give yourself enough sleep, eat healthy food, and exercise more
- Learn healthy ways to manage your stress
- Practice gratitude