The new theme we’ve seen floating around this year is: New Year, Same Me. We love this thought! And we prefer it over the old traditional phrase: New Year, New Me. We are always evolving as individuals and it’s important to remember that at your core, you’re probably already an amazing human. Why change yourself entirely? That’s a lofty goal that most people can’t keep up with after just the first month of the year. Why not make some smaller tweaks that are more attainable? Have a look at this list we came up with and pick out the ones that sound good to you. Or try a new one each month to focus on to keep yourself going throughout the year!
- Spend quality time with family and loved ones
- Strengthen friendships
- Find the silver lining in everything you do
- Stay hydrated
- Decrease stress
- Don’t sign up for too many things
- Exercise more
- Take time to sit, think, and reflect
- Stretch
- Learn something new
- Make a point to smile more
- Declutter… your home and your life!
- Try a new hobby
- Find a charity or a good cause to focus on for the year
- Pay it forward with small acts of kindness
- Gratitude journaling
- Spend time in nature
- Enjoy the little things in life
- Positive affirmations and self talk
- Eat your veggies…
- …but also enjoy life here and there
- Finally, and most importantly, love yourself
By just trying to be aware of the best version of yourself you’d like to become and making small changes here and there, you will make a big difference in your life and those around you.
