Do you ever feel like your life just isn't going the way that you want? Are you unmotivated or burnt out from everyday living? Nowadays it can be so hard to set healthy habits and goals for yourself when things seem to be going a million miles an hour. Between school activities, work and hobbies, it can be difficult to figure out what to prioritize. However, there are some general rules that if you stick to will greatly improve your mindset and habits. So with that said, here are six life-changing rules to follow every day.

1. SLEEP EARLY

 


Most people don't realize how important sleep is.sacrificing sleep for extra review time is counterproductive. Students from several Los Angeles high schools reported in diaries, how long they studied, how long they slept, and whether or not they experienced academic problems. They found that diminishing sleep in order to study was actually associated with doing more poorly on a test, quiz or homework, which was the opposite of the student's intent. What this means is that you should try to prioritize sleep, to keep yourself happy and healthy.


2. AVIOD SOCIAL MEDIA IN THE MORNINGS




Do you use social media first thing in the morning when you get up? While social media is a fun way to stay connected, using it too often can end up doing more harm than good. For example, you may start to compare yourself with various influencers and celebrities. You could also start fixating on the number of likes you get. And if it doesn't seem like a lot, you might get caught up in a negative thought spiral. These harmful mindsets are especially damaging in the morning because that's what sets the tone of your day. Are you going to wake up feeling refreshed and ready to seize the moment, or let social media bring you down.

3. BELIEVE IN YOURSELF 





You've likely heard the phrase, "Anything is possible", but sometimes it can be better to accept your losses than force something that's not meant to be.If a relationship gets to the point where it causes you constant stress, fear and exhaustion, consider whether it's still worth pursuing. Similarly, if chasing a dream job makes you feel drained and anxious all the time, ask yourself whether it's really worth sacrificing your emotional wellbeing for. The bottom line is that while having faith in yourself is important, it shouldn't be blind. Instead, it should be balanced with your limitations.

4. MAKE TIME FOR LEARNING




Hobbies are a great way to stay mentally stimulated. As you grow up, it's important to find things outside of work or school that you're passionate about. That way you can lead a more balanced, engaging life. It could be anything from playing an instrument to cooking, as long as you enjoy it.

5. TREAT OTHERS HOW THEY WANT TO BE TREATED





 Don't get this confused with the phrase, "treat others how you want to be treated". While it makes sense in some scenarios, it can make more sense to treat others how they want to be treated. What may work with you might not be the best as what works for others.You could enjoy being told things straight forward, but that could be too direct and harsh to the friend you're talking to. You have to take their feelings into account too, and adjust accordingly. After all, no two people are alike, so why treat everyone exactly the same. 

6. STAY POSITIVE





 Our brains have the tendency to make situations seem a lot worse than they are. Then many times we only realize this long after the fact. So, while it may be hard, try to stop your gut instinct of immediately jumping into negative thought spiral. That way you stress yourself out less, and are much more likely to make calm, rational decisions.