Want a great life? There are plenty of simple concepts you can apply to ensure you get the best life possible for you. Here are 10 tips for a great life.
Extensively updated 18 May 2025.
If it is to be, it is up to me
We all have problems and challenges in life. Some people have more or bigger issues than others. Some things are simply not fair.
If you have some control or influence over your situation, do something to change it, or just make a start. If you can’t change it, learn how to change your mindset.
At the end of the day, regardless of circumstance or events outside of your control, you’re the only one that can make your life better. Take responsibility.
Maintain your social connections
Humans are social animals. Sure, you may be an introvert and can only handle so much social interaction, but consistently isolating yourself for long periods of time will inevitably lead to poor mental health.
Keep a close circle of friends or family. Open up to people you trust and be vulnerable. Close connections and social bonds are vital to wellbeing.
Save at least 10% of your income
Wealthy people get into the habit of saving early and saving consistently. They always live within their means. When you automatically funnel a percentage of your income into a savings vehicle, you’re “paying yourself first“, guaranteeing a secure financial future for you and your family.
Invest or save at least 10% of what you earn. No matter what, you can always live on less than you make. Look at what you’re spending your money on and sacrifice the things that don’t give you value.
Do more of what you enjoy
Funnily enough, the more things you do that you enjoy, the happier you will be – who would have thought? Think about what makes you happy. Holidays? Playing your favourite sport? Being outdoors? Listening to music?
Find something that you enjoy and do more of it. As long as it’s not detrimental to you or others, make the time to be happy! This means being proactive and scheduling these activities into your calendar.
Focus on what you want
Make a conscious effort to focus on what you want, rather than on all the things that are wrong in your life. Look for potential rather than dwelling on pain. Then you can start to schedule actions and tasks that put you on the path to success.
When you do this, you’ll automatically move towards your goals, as you think about how you’re going to get there and start to put actions into place.
Take action to change
If you don’t like your situation, make plans to change it. Even if you only manage to do one small thing per day, you’re making progress.
You may not solve your problems straight away, but making a start will make all the difference to your mindset. Just take one small step and go from there.
Keep physically fit
I can’t stress enough how important exercise is to your overall health, mental wellbeing, productivity and success.
Exercise regularly. Include some form of resistance training. Try to do what you enjoy doing, so that it’s sustainable. Your physical health affects your mental health – don’t forget to take care of yourself first.
Practise gratitude
Gratitude can be expressed in a myriad of ways – from sitting down with someone important in your life and telling them how much they mean to you, to just saying “thank you” in your head for small things such as a really nice cup of coffee, or a walk in nature.
Be thankful for what you have. Make a list. Studies show that people who regularly practise gratitude are generally happier and have better wellbeing than people who don’t, so make this a habit.
Live up to your values
Most people have never reflected upon or articulated their own core values. Doing this can be a powerful exercise, as you can tap into them when faced with a difficult decision or don’t know how to respond to an event or a person.
Stay true to your own values as much as possible – it makes life a lot easier. Think about what core values you have or aspire to, write them down and commit them to memory. Try to pare them down to 5 or 6, so you can tap into them quickly. Avoid doing things that conflict with your values, as this won’t make you happy.
Write down your goals
Goals are not just dreams. They’re time-bound and specific. Make sure they align with your values and priorities.
Writing down your goals makes it more likely you’ll achieve them. Make them clear, challenging but achievable. How will you get your great life if you don’t know what it looks like?
Consider life coaching, career coaching or wealth coaching to help you have a great life!
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