Eating twelve grapes when midnight arrives, getting under the table or going around the block with a suitcase are some of the rituals that bid farewell to the year and welcome the New Year. Making a list of the purposes that you want to fulfill in the next twelve months is also a way to move on to the next stage.
As exciting as making a resolution list is, most people enter a period of depression, anxiety, or tension the following year, when they realize they aren’t keeping their promises. The truth is that, it is not so easy to completely transform one’s routine to accommodate all the expectations that are held for the year.
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To avoid setting unrealistic goals and failing when they are not met, it is recommended Reflect and set goals that can be met with will and effort.
For example, instead of aiming to get the dream job, you can start with the goal of attending training and courses that give you the tools to improve your job profile and have more opportunities to be promoted or change jobs.
The first step to thinking about realistic goals is to analyze what you want to achieve. Why is that purpose so important to you and how does it help you grow? You can write it down to remind yourself and motivate yourself to keep going.
The second step is to remember what you did and didn’t do in the year that might have contributed to your goal. So you can realize what behaviors are difficult for you to follow and work on it.
So you can consider 10 easy resolutions to fulfill
Save money
If you demand to save an exact amount or completely restrict your expenses for the month, it is most likely that you will end up failing your purpose in the first weeks of the year. What you can do is a budget with what you usually spend monthly and allocate the amount you can, even if it is minimal, to a savings account.
diet and exercise
Going on a diet or going to the gym only works when you gradually change your routine and lifestyle. If you do it all at once, chances are you’ll get tired very quickly and you won’t get used to the ‘fit’ life. Your realistic goal may be to see a nutritionist and discuss an eating plan that will be beneficial in the long run, and to exercise on days off.
get partner
Wanting someone to share your life with romantically is a common illusion in the New Year, but love will not come knocking on your door if you do not look for it. If you are someone shy, your purpose is to get out of your comfort zone and meet people. On the contrary, if you are an extrovert, you can work on fostering closer relationships.
Spend more time with family
Whether you live near or far from your family, it is normal to realize that they have not been as close as you would have liked. You can start with the purpose of wishing your loved ones a Happy New Year and asking them when they can get together, making time out of their busy schedules and organizing an activity that includes everyone.
have the dream job
Proposing to change jobs is not just about ‘Googling’ the available jobs. Motivation and effort are needed to enhance the resume that makes companies hire you. Make it a goal to learn new skills that employers highlight in your profession, and update your resume.
quit a bad habit
Drinking or smoking are some of the bad habits that you can propose to leave as of January. Depending on how much you use alcohol or tobacco, it can be more difficult to break these habits. To achieve this purpose in the long term, you can aim to receive psychological support that will help you not to relapse.
develop a talent
Whether it is learning to play an instrument or to paint with a technique, developing a talent has innumerable benefits for your day to day. It can help you relax, think clearly, and be more creative. If this is within your objectives, sign up for virtual classes or set aside an hour on the days you have free to learn on your own.
disconnect you
If you spend all day in front of a screen, for your work, for studies or for entertainment, your brain and your eyes need a rest. One of the goals that you can set yourself this year is to disconnect from your devices and enjoy the scenery around you, although it can be difficult if you have developed a mild addiction to screens. Limit the time you spend online one step at a time, not all at once.
To travel
Take advantage of your days off to travel and see new places. You don’t have to get on a plane and fly to the other side of the world, but you can start by visiting places in your own country or city.
take care of your health
With the hustle and bustle of work, studies, family and home obligations, it is almost impossible to stop and think about your health. However, not paying attention to what your body asks of you can take its toll on you in the future. Your purpose this year may be to schedule appointments at the doctor to have a general check-up and adopt more positive habits. (YO)
Source: Eluniverso
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