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The High 5 Habit

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You’ll learn

  • How to cultivate resilience with positivity
  • Why individuality is your growth superpower
  • Ways to restore self-belief and confidence
  • Strategies for initiating major life changes

first KEY POINT

Embrace hope, optimism, and faith

For over a year now, the world has been grappling with a pandemic that has affected everyone emotionally, socially, economically, and mentally. How do we cultivate the resilience we need to build back better? It is by learning to fill ourselves with a positive mental attitude and building confidence in our capacity to do what may seem daunting or impossible.

Your individuality is your superpower. Celebrate what makes you different.

You become undefeatable by learning how to lift yourself up when life knocks you down.You can take control of your life and create what you want with it. The High 5 Habit is for real people trying to make real changes in their lives. You can learn to believe in yourself again. Note that word: “again.” You were not born doubting yourself, second-guessing yourself, or feeling beaten down. Celebration, love, confidence, and optimism are wired in your DNA. You have not lost that; you have just been blocked from it. And you can tap back into it with the right amount of encouragement and support. Are you ready to high five yourself?You’ll find stories of people making the same changes you are trying to make. We are more alike than we are different, and learning about those who face similar challenges empowers us to do the same.Everybody struggles with feeling energized, focused, and confident; we’re struggling with all the uncertainty. If there was ever a time to learn how to take control, put ourselves first, and cheer ourselves forward, it’s right now. We all need to learn how to make a major pivot, to feel more encouraged instead of waiting for the world to go back to normal. We can’t wait for the world to decide what will happen; we must determine what happens in our own lives.You will learn to look in the mirror and see someone you love, to believe in yourself, and to have a positive outlook on life. The tools in this summary will help you transform your relationship with yourself to relate well with others.

second KEY POINT

Cherish your relationship with… yourself

The way you see yourself will determine how the rest of the world sees you. Therefore, you must be your own cheerleader. Every day, in the morning, stand in front of a mirror and appreciate your being. When you celebrate yourself, you start a chain reaction that builds the momentum you need to achieve the results you seek in your marriage, job, parenting, friendship, and even health.Your perception of others depends on how you see yourself. If you trash yourself, you will eventually trash others as well. So, you must end this self-sabotaging behavior and begin to encourage instead of demeaning yourself. By repeating actions that reinforce belief in yourself, you will reprogram your subconscious mind to replace thoughts that take you down with thoughts that lift you up. Instead of jealousy, anxiety, fear, and doubt, you start to have faith, hope, love, and compassion.Stand in front of a mirror and give yourself a high five. You can take a picture of you doing the high five to carry during the day as a reminder that you can do the impossible. Giving yourself a high five gives you validation. It doesn’t matter where you are or the challenge you’re facing; you can give yourself a high five free of charge. Instantly, you’ll notice that you wear a smile, have a positive mood, and begin to take action to surmount your challenges.

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first KEY POINT

Self-validation is necessary for productivity

second KEY POINT

Stop giving yourself negative labels

third KEY POINT

Choose your thoughts

fourth KEY POINT

Conspire with your mind

fifth KEY POINT

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About the author

Mel Robbins is a renowned motivational speaker and author, celebrated for her actionable advice and innovative techniques in personal development.

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Frequently asked questions

What is The High 5 Habit: Take Control of Your Life with One Simple Habit about?

The High 5 Habit by Mel Robbins focuses on harnessing the power of self-acknowledgment to transform your life. It introduces a simple yet powerful habit that encourages you to celebrate your own achievements every day, helping to build confidence and improve your mental well-being.

What are the key takeaways from The High 5 Habit: Take Control of Your Life with One Simple Habit?

Key takeaways from The High 5 Habit include the importance of positive self-talk, the significance of celebrating personal victories, and strategies for shifting your mindset towards self-appreciation. These concepts underscore how small daily habits can lead to substantial life changes.

Is The High 5 Habit: Take Control of Your Life with One Simple Habit worth reading?

Yes, The High 5 Habit is certainly worth reading if you're looking to improve your self-esteem and mental health. Mel Robbins provides actionable insights and relatable experiences that can inspire change in your daily routine.

How many pages is The High 5 Habit: Take Control of Your Life with One Simple Habit and when was it published?

The High 5 Habit is 256 pages long and was published on September 28, 2021. This concise length makes it an accessible read for anyone seeking improvement in their personal or professional life.

Who is the author of The High 5 Habit: Take Control of Your Life with One Simple Habit?

The author of The High 5 Habit is Mel Robbins, a renowned motivational speaker and author known for her practical approach to personal development. Her work emphasizes actionable steps to help individuals take charge of their lives.