The New Year is slowly nearing, and with the holiday season
already upon us many people are indulging in retrospection and reevaluating
some of their life choices. New Year’s resolutions are the perfect opportunity
for all those who have failed to start making the changes that they said they
would make next week, next month, or perhaps when winter starts.
1. Get in shape: Losing weight is the top resolution for
Americans, and combined with “exercise more” and “stay fit and healthy” it is
something that over a third of the population wishes to achieve. It’s easy
enough to start an exercise and diet program, but the trick is to find a decent
one that will give you steady results and will be easy to stick to in the long
run. Have a look at these tricks, hacks, exercises and mistakes to avoid to
make the best our of your resolution.
2. Start eating healthier food, and less food overall: This
is usually an extension of the previous resolution. Switching to a healthier
diet can be incredibly tricky when we are surrounded by cheap junk food.
However, with a good amount of determination and some basic tips you can slowly
develop healthier eating habits. Learn to control emotional eating, be aware of
reasons for diets to fail, make use of these tricks and have a look at these
awesome and healthy recipes.
3. Stop procrastinating: The biggest barrier that keeps most
people from reaching their goals is the desire to relax and do something fun
instead of working hard. Once you get used to procrastinating it’s difficult to
snap yourself out of it, so you’ll need to put in a lot of work to change this
bad habit. There are many useful tips out there to find your way to stop
procrastinating. There are also tools which can help you achieve this task.
4. Improve your concentration and mental skills: People have
been trying to find ways to improve their focus and cognitive capacities for
thousands of years, and most ancient civilizations had some combination of
mental exercise and herbal medicine to help them reach this goal. Today we can
use anything from apps to ancient meditation techniques to boost concentration
and hone our mental skills. If you go through with this, you will be able to
control your mood, learn faster and have an easier time solving problems.
5. Meet new people: When we get stuck in a rut, we usually
end up staying at home most of the time, missing out on a lot of interesting
opportunities for networking and having fun. Meeting new people can be beneficial
to your mental well-being and help your career, so don’t be afraid to get out
there and make some friends. Overcome your shyness, get some knowledge and go
and get to know new and interesting people.
6. Become more active: Some people don’t really have a big
weight problem, and they even get some exercise a few times a week, but they
just sit around the most of the time at home and at work, which can have a
negative effect on their posture and health. In that case, all you need is to
find ways of moving around more throughout the day instead of staying hunched
over the computer. It’s even more fun if you share your activity with friends
and family.
7. Become more confident and take some chances: If you are
confident other people notice it, and it is much easier to have your opinions
heard, ask people out on dates and get ahead at work. A good dose of
self-confidence will help you lead a much happier life overall. Don’t hesitate
to get some input on ways to boost your confidence.
8. Earn more money: Even billionaires are always looking for
ways to earn more money, and we common folk can definitely use an additional
source of income to make life a bit more comfortable. Fortunately there are
plenty of options available, like having sidejobs, working as a freelancer or
using the internet to your advantage.
9. Become more polite: Good manners have always been an
important part of a civilized society. They make it easier to connect with
others, avoid offending people and will ensure that others perceive you as a
good and trustworthy person. So know the etiquette, be prepared or other
manners in other countries, deal with rude people in the right way and learn
how to say no.
10. Reduce stress: They say that stress is one of the
biggest killers out there, and it can have a very destructive effect on your
relationships as well as your health. It may be an unavoidable side effect of
our hectic modern lifestyles, but it can be effectively managed with the help
of useful, unconventional and easy to practice tricks for stress management.
11. Learn to be happier with your life: Even those that are
in decent shape, make a good living and have stress under control can still be
unhappy. It takes time and patience to learn how to find joy in the little things
and not to let problems bring you down.
12. Get more quality sleep: With big TV’s, computers,
smartphones, tablets and all sorts of gadgets with glowing lights and beeping
alerts, it can be hard to get enough sleep at night. You should be gunning for
at least 8 hours of sleep a night, and there are fairly simple ways to achieve
this number if you make use of science and everday hacks.
13. Give up cigarettes: A bit of bad habit that a lot of
people don’t know how to kick, smoking will not only endanger your health, but
can burn a hole in your wallet as well. Just be prepared to dedicate a lot of
will power to giving up cigarettes once and for all.
14. Watch less TV: The average person wastes a lot of time
in front of the TV, time that could have been better spent developing skills,
learning or keeping your body active. Once you manage to cut down on TV time,
you will realize just how long and productive a day can really be.
15. Read more: Books are an excellent way to gain a lot of
knowledge on a huge variety of topics, and are also a great exercise for your
brain. It’s not that difficult to go through 20 or more books in a year – you
only need to make it a habit, discover your type of books and find a bit of
time for reading here and there.
16. Find a significant other: We all need someone to hold at
night, talk to and share our deepest secrets with, but finding the right person
is a matter of trial and error. We need to go out and get to know a bunch of
potential partners before we can find the one that we can get along with really
well. Get inspired on your way towards love by these tips on the best places to
meet people, asking someone out, and having an amazing and original first date.
17. Have better sex (married people only): Any healthy relationship requires a
good deal of intimacy, and sex can actually help keep us mentally and
physically healthy. The idea is to make it a fun and rewarding experience, and
this is something that comes with practice and exercise.
18. Become tidier: There are a lot of slobs out there who
can’t really get their stuff organized, and a cluttered desk or chaotic home
will negatively affect your productivity and even your mood, so it helps to
clear the clutter, clean your house and lead a tidier and more organized life.
19. Learn how to dress with style: The way you dress can say
a lot about you, and wearing the right clothes can make you seem powerful and
confident, which in turn can help you land a job, get promoted, and catch the
eye of a lovely guy or girl. No matter if you’re male or female, know the
dresscode and live with style.
20. Spend more time with the people that matter: There is
just too little time in this life for us to waste it on insincere, duplicitous
and toxic people. We should focus on the people who we care about deeply and
who care about us, as this is the best way to stay happy.
21. Start drinking in moderation or quit drinking
altogether: While it is completely safe and healthy to drink one or two
servings of an alcoholic beverage of your choice per day, not a lot of people
can say that they can follow this rule effectively. Getting your drinking under
control has plenty of benefits, but it can be a difficult process.
22. Get out of debt: You can’t really move forward in life
if you are weighed down by debt. The road to financial freedom is a rocky one,
but it is definitely manageable with a bit of planning and self-restraint. Take
a look at these strategies and methods and pay off your debt. You won’t believe
how good it will feel.
23. Start saving money: Once you have your debt under
control, it’s time to start putting some money aside. A rainy day fund and some
extra money that can go towards traveling abroad, fixing up the house or buying
a new car are a welcome change of pace. Make use of these hacks and apps to
save money efficiently.
24. Learn a new language: Not only will learning a new
language help improve your communication skills, it will also look great on
your resume and possibly open up some doors for you. These days there are
plenty of resources that allow you to learn a language for free and in your
spare time.
25. Volunteer and give more to charity: To devote your time
and energy to helping those in need is a noble gesture and a reward in itself,
but it is also an opportunity to meet new people, learn new skills and boost
your resume. Here’s how you can find time to volunteer in your busy life.
26. Pick up useful skills or fun hobbies: Just sitting
around all day won’t get you anywhere. It is much better to use your free time
in a constructive manner and pick up new skills while having fun at the same
time. The Future-You will be glad that you did. No matter if you’re interested
in communication skills or sports, find out how to learn new skills and hobbies
in a short time.
27. Learn to let go of grudges and avoid moping: Times can
be hard, and it may take a lot to overcome adversity, but sitting around and
moping about it is just counterproductive. If you have a big fight with someone
and fall out or get hurt over a small issue, you will only lose a friend or
life partner and remain sad and bitter. Forgiveness is a much healthier way to
deal with issues that should be left in the past.
28. Adopt a cute pet: There are tons of animal lovers out
there that would be great at caring for a pet, but they often overthink things,
while some people just rush out and get a pet without understanding the
responsibility involved. Be sure you know what you are in for and find a pet that
fits your living conditions and lifestyle.
29. Become more organized: It doesn’t matter how much time
you have on your hands if you can’t manage it properly – you’ll just spend most
of the day running around aimlessly. When you get organized there will suddenly
be more time to spare and things will start falling into place. Make it a
habit, get help from apps and tools and enjoy your newly found leisure-time.
30. Travel more and see the world: You’ll need to have your
finances in order, get the right equipment and invest some time and effort
before you consider traveling across the globe, but there are ways of
experiencing different cultures and visiting faraway places even on a tighter
budget.
31. Learn to cook: Cooking is one of the essential skill
that every man and woman should possess. It allows you to save money, eat the
food you love just the way you like it and impress dates with lovely meals
shared under candlelight. If you go through useful tips, keep your kitchen
clean and avoid common mistakes, nothing stands between you an your
3-course-meal.
32. Go see your doctor more often: Staying healthy should be
your top priority, but many people seem frighten of doctors and don’t go to the
hospital nearly as often as they should, often waiting for their condition to
significantly worsen. Regular checkups are a must, no matter how healthy you
feel at the moment.
33. Reinvent yourself: If you don’t feel quite happy no
matter what you do, it is perhaps time to make some serious changes in your
life. Reinventing yourself can give you a whole new perspective on life and
take you in directions you may never have dreamed were possible.
34. Stop being late all the time: Punctuality is a virtue
that is held in high regard in our society. Being on time is a mark of a true
professional, a dependable friend and caring partner, so it is a good idea to
pick up a few tricks that can help you stay on time.
35. Learn how to be more self-reliant: Technology, a
relatively decent government and corporations offering cheap ready-to-eat food
and all manner of useful tools – these things have made us somewhat spoiled,
and we often get well into adulthood without having what it takes to be
independent and self-reliant. These skills are important to learn.
36. Turn your hobby into a career: If we could all manage to
marry fun and productivity, and be able to make money doing what we love, we’d
be a much more content and well-balanced society. This may not always be
possible, but there are cases where a hobby can be turned into a lucrative
career.
37. Get over an ex: It may be better to have loved and lost,
than to never have loved, but it still hurts like crazy. Healing a broken heart
is a process that takes time, but there are ways and tricks to make it through this difficult
time without too much pain.
38. Learn to control your emotions: Uncontrolled anger can
get you into a lot of trouble, but things like jealousy and pride are
destructive in all circumstances. Gaining control over your feelings allows you
to keep a level head and think more rationally, even during emotionally charged
conflict situations.
39. Start being more responsible: A big part of growing up
into a mature adult is the ability to think before making a decision. It is
important to take responsibility for ones actions and avoid blaming everything
on someone else, just as it is important to protect your family and provide for
them.
40. Learn more about art, music, culture etc.: The best way
to fit in when talking to a variety of people from different backgrounds is to
have a well-rounded education. Topics like art, music, history and culture
often baffle people, but they can be easy to comprehend if you spend enough
time learning about them using helpful websites and online courses.
41. Spend less time on social media: Some people might not
spend hours in front of the TV, or playing video games, but social media has
become a serious addiction among a wide range of demographics. It’s fine to
stay in touch with friends and family, but if you consistently spend more than
an hour every day on social media, it’s time to make a change.
42. Learn how to defend yourself: Being able to ensure your
own safety, and the safety of those you love, is a very important skillset to
have. It’s not all about groin kicks and palm strikes, however. You need to
learn how to conduct yourself and what kind of behavior to look out for in
others.
43. Become more romantic: Romance is often the first
casualty in longer, more serious relationships, but it doesn’t have to wither
away. A few romantic gestures here and there can keep the passion going for
decades. It will be fun, even if you’re not the romantic type.
44. Start remembering important dates: Speaking about
romance and keeping a serious relationship fun, you don’t want to keep
forgetting birthdays, anniversaries and other important dates. There are plenty
of memory tricks that take very little time to master, so you’ll never forget
another date again.
45. Become more social: Being a man, or woman, about town
has its perks. You get to have fun, meet new people and find out interesting
things, but you can also develop leadership skills and learn to work in a team.
Even if you are an introvert or very shy
and feel uncomfortable talking to others, there are ways to become a fairly
active member of a community.
46. Start being more creative: There are times when we get
mentally fatigued and our creativity just
goes out the window. This is
particularly bad if your job or hobby depends on you coming up with fresh ideas
and thinking outside the box. As with anything else, there are many ressources
that help you spark your creativity in a number of different ways.
47. Start expressing yourself artistically: While some of us
are more logical, with a scientific mind, most people still have a bit of a
creative spark in them. Expressing yourself in some creative artistic way is a
great form of stress relief and helps keep your mind sharp. Some of these
activities will also help you stay active and burn some calories. So go in the
arts, write, craft, make DIYprojects – whatever makes your soul free.
48. Face your fears and insecurities: You will find this
particular point masked beneath other New Year’s resolutions, but fear and insecurity
are often the cause of several problems that we want to address. You need to
think of it as surviving and controlling your fear rather than overcoming it,
and it will enable you to shed off a lot of the insecurities that you have.
49. Start writing a that book/journal: You’d be surprised to
know just how many people out there have an interesting story to tell, but lack
the confidence and skill to write everything down. Even if it is just a few
random thoughts scribbled daily in a journal, you shouldn’t be afraid to give
writing a go with a few tips and tricks.
50. Stick to the good healthy habits you’ve developed: The
last, and most important point to mention is that all the positive changes you
make have to be permanent. You will need to work on sticking with the good
habits you have adopted, until they just become a natural part of who you are.
That is how you achieve true self-improvement.
Well, there you have it – an extensive list of advice, tips
and tricks to help you see your New Year’s resolution through and make some
long-term changes in your life. I wish you all a Merry Christmas, and a Happy
New Year.
Source: Lifehack.com
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