We as women tend to invest in everyone and everything before our most important investment – ourselves. Investing in yourself is the best investment you’ll ever make. No, I’m not talking about consuming/material things – bags, shoes, clothes, weekly brunches or the like; I’m talking about real investments that will produce long-term benefits for you mentally, physically, spiritually, financially, professionally and emotionally. While you shouldn’t feel guilty about how much you invest in yourself, doing so doesn’t have to be expensive at all.
An investment is defined as, “an act of devoting time, effort or energy to a particular undertaking with the expectation of a worthwhile result.” So what are some ways you can invest in you and achieve worthwhile results? Here are a few ideas on ways you can invest in yourself:
Regular rest
Regular exercise/walking/yoga/running/bike riding
Podcasts
e-Courses and master classes
Books/audio books
Healthy eating
Regular massages
Conferences/workshops
Career/life coaching
Stocks, bonds, CDs, IRAs, 401(k)s, savings, emergency savings
Regular doctor/dentist visits
Therapy/counseling
Real estate investing
Travel
Wellness retreats
Networking/relationship building
Spending time with family/friends/loved ones
Learning a new skill or taking up a new hobby
Membership in a professional/career/business organization
Meditation
Drink plenty of water
Buy non-toxic skincare, beauty and feminine care products
Buy non-toxic cleaning products
Track your expenses, set a budget and stick to it
Take your vitamins/wellness supplements
Get out into nature
Journaling
Unplug from the outside world
What are some ways that you invest in yourself?