How to Actually Level Up Your Life
As summer approaches, many of us feel an inner pull to evolve—to glow up, get energized, and step into a better version of ourselves. There's something about this season that feels expansive and full of possibility. But here’s the truth: leveling up isn’t just for summer. Reinvention doesn’t have a season. It starts within—when you're ready to make choices that align with the future version of you.
It’s not about racing toward some deadline or pushing yourself through a 6-week transformation. Sure, that can be a great kickstart, but the real magic? That lies in consistency. Becoming your best self is a lifelong journey. It’s not a one-time glow-up—it’s a way of being.
So, how do you actually level up your life?
1. Shift Your Identity
Before you can change your habits, you need to change your beliefs about yourself. Reinvention starts with who you believe you are. You can't become a runner if you keep telling yourself you're not athletic. Start thinking like the version of you who already has what you want.
If it feels like too much of a stretch, bridge the gap: “I’m becoming a runner” or “I’m a runner in training.” Whatever it is—entrepreneur, writer, healthy eater—embody that identity. Even if you’re not there yet, aligning your thoughts with who you're becoming is powerful.
2. Create Your Higher Self Frequency
What does your future self feel like?
Inspired by Mimi Bouchard’s Activate Your Future Self, try this exercise: Choose 3–5 emotions your future self embodies—perhaps joy, health, abundance, confidence, and peace. Now, close your eyes and imagine what it feels like to embody each emotion. Layer them. What does it feel like to be joyful and healthy? How does confidence amplify that?
When you tap into those emotions consistently, you begin to shift your energy and your reality. This is your future self frequency. Start your mornings here. Return to it anytime you feel off. Lead from that space.
3. Ask: What Would My Higher Self Do?
Make it a habit to pause and check in with yourself. When a situation arises, ask: What would my higher self do? Take a moment of quiet. Shut out the noise and opinions of others. Pray, meditate, or journal if you need clarity. Let the answer come from within.
4. Read—Daily
Reading expands your mind and introduces you to new perspectives. Whether it’s fiction or nonfiction, choose what lights you up. Don’t force it—just read what you enjoy. Even a few pages a day makes a difference. Over time, you’ll discover what genres you love and reading will become something you look forward to.
(Check out my Instagram Highlights or this blog for my current book recs.)
5. Move Daily
Movement clears stagnant energy, boosts your mood, and improves your focus. You don’t need an intense workout—stretch, walk, dance, or do a 15-minute bodyweight session. Just move. The more consistently you do this, the better you’ll feel—physically and mentally. Once the momentum builds, you won’t want to stop.
6. Reinvent Your Wardrobe
Let go of clothes that reflect your past self. Dress for the woman you’re becoming. Choose pieces that make you feel confident and joyful—not what’s trending, but what feels true to your style. And don’t wait for a special occasion—get dressed up just because. When you look good, you feel good.
7. Take Pride in Your Appearance
If you’ve been feeling dull or uninspired, put in a little effort—do your hair, swipe on a bit of makeup, get your nails done. You don’t need a full glam moment, just whatever makes you feel polished and radiant. Even something as small as curling your lashes or applying a tinted lip balm can be a form of self-respect. Start a weekly beauty ritual and make it fun—face masks, hair care, a warm bath, or a body scrub. It’s self-love in action.
8. Eat Real, Whole Foods
Nourish yourself. Focus less on eating “less” and more on eating better. Prioritize whole, nutrient-dense foods—protein, veggies, complex carbs, healthy fats, fruits, and high-quality chocolate. Limit caffeine and processed “healthy” snacks that leave you crashing. When your blood sugar is balanced and your body is nourished, your energy, mood, and mindset transform.
9. Start a Personal Project or Hobby
You deserve a creative outlet. Maybe it’s painting, dance, blogging, a language app, or a DIY project—something that lights you up and pulls you into flow. You don’t have to monetize it. Just do it for you. Even 15 minutes a few times a week can bring you joy and a sense of purpose.
The secret to truly leveling up? It's not hustle. It's alignment. It’s showing up consistently. It’s doing the small things that compound over time. You don’t have to change everything overnight. You just have to be 1% better than yesterday. Imagine where you'll be in 100 days.
You already have everything you need within you. Let this be your season of becoming.