We’ve all been there – waiting for a fresh start (i.e. the New Year) for a chance to make big changes and make some New Years resolutions! I’ve never really been one to feed into the whole resolutions thing but what I do is just make goals for the next year. It helps push me to do better and work towards achieving those goals. Here are some more attainable New Years resolutions that I think could make a difference in 2022.
Build a Better Budget.
If there’s one New Year’s resolution that will help you the most in the long run, it’s making a vow to save more money. Try to outline a budget that works for you and make a plan for how you’ll stick to it. I really like the app Mint since it helps show you where you are spending your money and allows you to plan out saving etc..
Cook something new each week.
This is one I’m going to really try to stick by. Everyone wants to eat healthier in the new year, but you should also try to eat more diverse foods. After all, variety is the spice of life. This year, choose an easy dinner recipe you’ve never tried before at least once a week. Oh and if doing every week is too difficult, no worries, switch to once a month!
Read more books.
January is the perfect time of year to snuggle up with a new book. To keep yourself accountable all year long you can link up w with friends and peers to connect over the best books you’ve read. I’m really going to make an effort to read more this next year since I slacked in 2021.
Chill out.
Literally — start working on letting go of all any anger! Constantly feeling angry and pissed off can lead to less than desirable long-term effects on your holistic health. Chronic anger can impact the body in more ways than just one — it can induce headaches, anxiety, digestion problems and high blood pressure, among other drawbacks.
Make Your Bed Every Day.
You’ve probably heard this your whole life, but really – Make your bed every day. It seriously only takes a few minutes (if even!). Plus, it makes your whole bedroom feel neater and cleaner. And chances are if you don’t do it in the morning, you’ll end up straightening it up at night when all you want to do is go to sleep!
Drink More Water.
Here we are…another year of wanting to drink more water. Start small by replacing 1-2 drinks a day with water. Maybe you replace that second cup of coffee with a glass or two of water. Next, buy a fun water bottle or cup, like this one from Ban.do. Level up your resolution by trying some healthy add-ins like fresh lemon or lime, fruit, or cucumber.
Pay off Debt.
Best thing I ever did when I was younger was pay off ALL MY DEBT. Tackling debt can be overwhelming, to say the least. If you’re looking to pay off some debt this next year, consider going on a spending fast for a year. While it may feel daunting to fast from all extra spending for a whole year, approach the task in smaller doses, like a month or two for a particular area of your budget. It could be fasting from ordering out for 30 days and only cooking at home. Look at your budget to see what you’ve saved, pat yourself on the back, and apply all that money to paying down debt. I promise you – the feeling you will have when you no longer have debt is unexplainable.
Declutter.
The turn of a new year is an ideal opportunity to get organized! Spend some time going through all that stuff you’ve accumulated lately, one room and closet at a time. Find a local Goodwill, thrift store, or non-profit that is currently taking items, and donate your gently used items. The freedom you feel from a decluttered home will be worth all the effort. Take it one step further by vowing to keep your drawers, shelves, and closets tidy all year round. Oh and if you’re looking to make a little extra cash – look into consignment sites like ThredUp & The RealReal – they take your items and you get paid for it!
Put Away Laundry—All The Way
I hate to admit it – but this may quite possibly be my number one resolution. They say the farthest distance is from the laundry basket to your closet, right?! If you fall into the trap of folding laundry only to get it halfway to its home, make this the year to change that. Start by forgetting your old laundry system. I read somewhere to divide your clothes before they get washed into piles of their final destination rather than their color. Once a destination is washed and dried, fold or hang within an hour to avoid the dreaded wrinkles (and procrastination!).
At the end of the day, make a goal that you know you can stick to and do your best! I hope you all have an amazing and safe NYE! See you in the New Year!
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