9 Small Ways to Become a Better Person - The Muse

9 Small Ways to Become a Better Person - The Muse9 Small Ways to Become a Better PersonSummer may be the season for rest and relaxation, but its time to add another r word into the mix reflection. As you take it easier (than usual, at least), think about what you want to do once you get back into the swing of things. What can you do differently in the office? How can you change the way you interact with people? Are you being as productive as you could be? These are all things to consider.Looking for small self-improvements that can make a huge difference? Youve come to the right place.One of the easiest and oldest ways to improve yourself plektrum up a book. Seriously, stop making excuses for why you cant read more. (Lifehack)Have you evaluated your goals recently? If not, summer is a great time to figure out what you want to achieve and tackle what you want to do. (Zen Habits)Drink more water. Everyones told you the benefits, so isnt it time you hopped on the bandwagon? (BuzzFeed)Fi nd your own work-life balance. Everything wont be perfect all the time, but by giving thought to what works for you, youll make life a whole lot easier. (99U)Have you ever actually thought about how you speak? If not, its something to practice. For example, do you use uptalk when chatting with others? (Magnetic Speaking)Just because its summer doesnt mean you shouldnt do some spring cleaning. Leave the mop in the closet though, and focus on cleaning your digital presence. (The Huffington Post)Have you downloaded a new app recently? Good news You can consult this list to find ones that are worth the hype. (The Undercover Recruiter)There are many benefits to smiling more, so why not try it out? (SheKnows)Aim for a 10 out of 10 life. (The Daily Muse)Photo of plant growing courtesy of Shutterstock.