Remind Yourself to Think About Your Future Self
We get preoccupied with things that make us busy in the present and often forget about our future selves. Here are some ways we can help remind ourselves:
- Create reminders to make your subconscious think about your future self.
- Plan your days and set those days towards achieving something you've always wanted.
- Set bigger goals and set a clear picture of what they are and how you want to achieve them.
- Associate your future with the present.
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