Every New Year we promise ourselves that next year we will definitely become better: finally, we will get rid of bad habits, change ourselves, and bring our dreams to life. Here is the list of habits which you should follow in any case. Trust us, if you can start practicing at least a half of them, you will see how incredibly the quality of your life can increase.
Think about yourself
In Christianity, being selfish is almost the worst sin. But who, besides ourselves, will take care of our own happiness? Get rid of relationships that make you feel miserable. Stop doing job you don’t like. Work with your fears and anxieties, even if your actions will bring suffer-ing to other people. Life is the best thing we have, and how to live it is totally up to you.
Do not be a perfectionist
The desire to reach a nonexistent ideal only makes harm to a person: physical and mental. Most often, this habit suggests that a person unconsciously tries to protect himself from crit-icism and negative judgments of others. A totally different situation is when when a person is generally afraid to start something new in order not to “spoil” his dream. This year, try to focus your efforts on constructive development, and not on senseless attempts to achieve per-fection.
Do not criticize yourself
Who said that constant criticism and self-monologues will boost your self-development? It will only strengthen your neurosis and loneliness. Stop reflecting on yourself for every reason with the meticulousness of the detective, digging more and more. Learn to trust yourself and be kinder.
Do not do workouts you don’t like
Sport should always be a joy. Otherwise, it is useless and can do harm. Moreover, it migh cause nervous breakdowns and a complete of active lifestyle. Don’t focus on the elements which you find hard. There are so many alternatives today. If you do not like jogging or going to gym, try swimming or yoga. There are even more exotic options like tabata, zumba or cycling.
Stop constantly checking your weight
Of course, we have nothing against losing weight. Just stop being obsessed with this idea. Remember: the numbers do not define us. While you become depressed because of the extra kilos, life passes by. So be smart and find other things to focus yourself.
Do not eat food you don’t like
Healthy food is cool if it suits your diet. Green smoothies, chia seeds, quinoa. If you are not enthusiastic about these new products, why do you have to force yourself to consume them?
They are unlikely to make you healthier and they will only spoil your mood. Remember: food should cause positive emotions. From a variety of options and alternatives, choose those prod-ucts, which you really like.
Do not get mad for any purpose
Usually we get angry when something goes wrong. Of course, in life it is important to have a good plan and strive to control the situation. But much more important is to be able to be flexible and be ready to adapt for the situation. With this ability, you will forever forget about stress and unjustified expectations. Living will be much more fun and cool.