#MondayMotivation Make the days count

It’s hard to believe there are only 19 days before 2016 draws to a close and only 13 days before Christmas. There’s a lot that we can still achieve with the days we have before the year ends.

Here are five tips to live life to the fullest in 2016:

Do what you’ve been meaning to do

The best thing anyone could ever do for themselves is to live with purpose. There are still 19 days left to go before the year end, channel your energy in to ticking one or two things off your to-do-list or even your new year’s resolutions list.

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— Gareth McLean (@GarethMcLean_G) December 12, 2016

Be present

Forgive yourself for past mistakes, focus on the present because life is happening now and do not worry about the future today. While it’s important to plan ahead and have a clear vision for the future, one can’t live life always waiting for tomorrow. Make the most of today.

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— wellbeingireland (@wellbeingire) December 12, 2016

Connect

It’s important that each day we take the time to strengthen connections with loved ones, friends and the community we live in. Pick up the phone and check on the progress of business associates or drop in for a visit to see loved ones. Connecting with people socially and positively can make one appreciate their world more and know that you’re never alone.

Appreciate beauty

There is beauty in everything even in our struggles. Always appreciate the beauty of your imperfections, appreciate the beauty in ours instead of focusing on the negatives and take the time to appreciate the beauty in your environment. Practicing this on a daily basis will begin to make you see the beauty in everything and brightens your outlook on life and experience.

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Express yourself

The fastest way to living a miserable life is by keeping your thoughts sheltered and your feelings bottled up. Do not be afraid to express your true self; show your love and happiness openly, share your hopes and dreams with positive likeminded people, talk about your fears and doubts so they do not occupy and magnify in your mind.

Express yourself through art, writing, belt out your favourite tune or even express yourself through your fashion sense.

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