How to Change Your Life One Tiny Step at a Time

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So many of us in healthcare find ourselves swamped with work and juggling life commitments. We push ourselves hard, striving for success, often at the expense of our own wellbeing. This can lead to mental and physical health issues, as Dr Hussain Al-Zubaidi discovered first-hand, finding himself with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease in his 20s.

As Hussain suggests, taking small, incremental steps can dramatically improve our lives. These tiny changes, when combined over time, can lead to significant improvements in our health and wellbeing. For Hussain, it started with getting 15 minutes more sleep each night and walking for 5 minutes a day. Gradually it evolved into more substantial lifestyle changes.

What small changes can you make in your daily routine? It could be as simple as adding a short walk after dinner, sleeping a bit more, or spending a few minutes doing something we enjoy. The key is to start small and gradually build upon these changes. Consistency is crucial, and tracking progress can help us stay motivated.

When we focus all our efforts in work or take on new responsibilities that aren’t in alignment with who we want to be, we can experience more stress and reduce our overall effectiveness. It can also affect our relationships and overall quality of life.

But we can avoid this trend by identifying one small change we can make today. By focusing on our wellbeing in the future – not just our short-term happiness – we can improve not only our health, but also our ability to excel both in our personal and professional roles.