01.07.2022 |
The new year is here and we’re ready to take it on! Having goals in mind and more importantly a plan to take them on is a good way to kick off the year. In case you don’t have a clear idea of where to start, we’re here to give you some pointers. Here are some new year's resolutions ideas that our team is pursuing as well.
Exercising and Eating Healthier
Making some small adjustments to your lifestyle can really bring a lot of benefits into your life. Aside from the aesthetic and strength advantages that most notice immediately, you can expect increased energy levels and happier moods. Whether you begin with a 3-day routine or want to go all the way in and start with 5-days, any amount of consistent exercise will bring noticeable results. In addition, eating the right foods will play a big role in mental clarity and energy levels, especially in the later stages. Some useful resources include Youtube for visual exercise examples, Healthline for different diets you might want to try, and a calorie calculator to track your progress. Exercising and a healthy diet can be a powerful combination!
Picking Up A New Habit
Whether you’ve been thinking of learning a new skill, reading more often, or even something as simple as increasing meditation time, picking up a new habit can be a little difficult once motivation is lost. One way to remain accountable is by creating a habit tracker. A habit tracker can be as simple as a piece of paper where you check off a box every day that you complete your desired activity. There are also apps that help pick up a habit faster by reminding you on a daily basis. Other resources that you can use to learn about the science behind habit formations include The Power of Habit by Charles Duhigg and Atomic Habits by James Clear.
Spending Time With Loved Ones
Although most new year resolutions revolve around being more productive, we felt that it was necessary to include a resolution focused on spending time with others. To maintain a healthy and balanced lifestyle it is also important to take care of relationships. As humans, we have a need to build deep connections with other people. For this reason, it is important to spend quality time with family, close friends, and even seek out to form new friendships. Set sometime aside this weekend and hang out with friends. If you’re in need of ideas of places to go check out our past article on Unusual Museums in Chicago or this little-known market where you can get some great food!
We hope we were able to steer you to some useful resources. Stay tuned for our next entry on other new year's resolution ideas!
