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Lose weight. Run a marathon. Cut out alcohol. Get a raise. We make the same tired New Year’s resolutions every year that we never manage to keep, or we forget we made them altogether by February. Seriously–is it just me, or do New Year’s resolutions never seem to work? I suspect that we make resolutions that we think we want, not resolutions that will actually make us healthier and happier.
In 2024, it’s time to ditch the typical resolutions that leave you feeling stressed out or let down year after year. Instead, opt for resolutions that you’ll enjoy so much and will make you feel so good, you’ll have no trouble sticking with them at all.
If you want to revamp your diet…
Focus on adding more nutrients (instead of eating fewer calories/carbohydrates, etc.)
Eat leafy greens with two meals a day
Drink more water and eat more water-rich produce (like watermelon, romaine, tomatoes, cucumber, etc.)
Try new produce you’ve never cooked with before
Eat the rainbow with a variety of fruits and veggies in every color
Start meal prepping to make cooking during the week easier
If you’re motivated to update your fitness routine…
Exercise in ways that feel exciting and fun to you
Get specific about your goals
Add an outdoor activity to your routine (going on a walk counts!)
Be active in ways that don’t feel like exercise (play sports with friends, go ice skating, swim in the summer, etc.)
Prioritize rest and recovery just as much as you prioritize workouts
Work out without your phone
Try something new once a month
If you need to stress less…
Prioritize the hobbies, habits, and people who make you happy
Reexamine all of your relationships–let go of the ones that don’t make you feel good, and invest more time into the ones that do
Practice gratitude, even for the smallest things
Start a meditation practice
Have a go-to morning and nighttime routine that makes you feel relaxed and happy
Try a weekly social media detox
Get 7-9 hours of sleep (every single night)
Talk to yourself like you talk to loved ones
Say “no” when you mean no
Schedule time to do something fun “just because” every day
If you want to look as good on the outside as you feel on the inside…
Nail down a skincare routine that you can consistently do every single day
Focus on scalp-care
Experiment with color in your makeup routine
Invest in a beauty supplement
Find your perfect foundation or concealer shade
Try a new nail color you’ve never worn before
Make your quarterly haircut appointments in advance
Develop a nighttime hair routine
Wear sunscreen every single day
Make a skin-check appointment with your dermatologist
If you want to feel more in control of your finances…
Max out your retirement contribution or start contributing to a retirement fund
Pay off credit cards
Increase your credit score
Pay off one thing that requires monthly payments
Reach a certain amount in savings
Set up an emergency fund and build it to a percentage of your salary
Save for a big goal (down payment on house, car, etc.)
Talk with your boss about action plans to maximize your compensation (work toward a raise, check out commuter perks, look at non-health benefits, etc.)
Work on your financial wellness
Budget to make room for items, experiences, or indulgences that truly bring you joy
If you’re ready to upgrade your home…
Create a daily, weekly, monthly, and seasonal cleaning routine
Replace one disposable item in your kitchen with a more eco-friendly alternative (for example, swap paper towels for rags, aluminum foil for reusable food wrap, or counter cleaner with a refillable essential-oil based cleaner)
Tackle one home project a month
Do a quick declutter of closets, drawers, laundry chairs, and piles of paper once a week
Make seasonal updates so your home always feels fresh
Make one big change like painting a wall, getting a new couch, or DIYing a gallery wall to make your space feel like new
Reorganize one area every month, like your makeup stash, pantry, fridge, or hall closet
Aim to bring your personality into your home more
Get in the habit of cleaning off counters, finishing the dishes, and putting away any laundry before bed
Make upgrades to your bath or shower for a more peaceful environment
-Mimi❤️
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