A lot of special things in store for 2021. Especially that it carries or coveted number. Let’s start with a list of 21 New Years Resolutions you can take from the pros at Parade.
1. Get The Facts
Don’t be that person. Spread positivity.
2. Give one compliment a day.
You never know—it just might make that person feel a whole lot better.
3. Do Random Acts of Kindness
Norbert, the famous therapy dog, reminds us that anyone can be kind, and it costs you nothing.
“I may be only 3 pounds, but it’s not the size of the dog, it’s the size of the heart that counts. Through social media, I love to bring joy into people’s lives by making them smile with my photos and videos … I think acts of kindness and generosity make the world a better place. We call my community of nearly two million followers worldwide the ‘Norberthood.’ We encourage caring and compassion and believe it is better to be thoughtful and kind than to bully. Let’s spread smiles together! As I say, you don’t have to be big to make a BIG difference in the world.”View this post on Instagram
4. Read a book a month.
Haven’t you heard? Reading is good for your brain, it can reduce stress, and it can improve your memory and concentration.
5. Go someplace you’ve never been.
Step outside of your comfort zone and do something daring. It’s good for the soul and forces you to learn new things.
6. Turn off your phone one night a week.
You’re sleeping anyway. You don’t need it!
7. Volunteer.
Not only is volunteering good for your own mental and physical health, but you’re doing something kind and selfless for others.
8. Travel on a small budget.
“Traveling on a budget is all about flexibility and being willing to sacrifice a bit of comfort and luxury in favor of seeing the world and the life-changing experiences that travel comes with,” says Eli Solidum, The Partying Traveler. “A lot of people have the idea that travel needs to be luxurious and holidays need to be expensive for them to be fun. My experience over the last three years of budget backpacking says otherwise.”
9. Write down one thing you’re grateful for every night.
End the night with gratitude and you’ll feel better when you lay your head down on your pillow.
10. Take some of your paychecks and put it in savings or investment.
Even just a small percentage can really add up down the line. Plan for the future and don’t be silly with your money.
11. Reduce your waste.
Some research says that the average American produces over 2,000 pounds of trash every year. Gross. Reduce your waste by ditching paper towels in favor of rags you cut up from old towels and clothes. Another easy switch is reusable grocery bags. It makes a difference!
12. Volunteer.
Not only is volunteering good for your own mental and physical health, but you’re doing something kind and selfless for others.
13. Leave Toxic Relationships behind FOR GOOD!
14. Take some of your paychecks and put it in savings or investment.
Even just a small percentage can really add up down the line. Plan for the future and don’t be silly with your money.
15. Stop multi-tasking.
Multi-tasking can lead to memory problems, it reduces our brains’ grey matter, it hurts productivity and efficiency, and it can even increase stress, anxiety, and depression. Focus on one thing at a time.
16. Talk to yourself with kindness.
We aim to be nice to others but then criticize ourselves relentlessly. Stop! Think nicer things about yourself.
17. Call a friend instead of texting them.
You can Facetime them for extra measure!
18. Don’t buy things you don’t need.
Bad habit. We love to spend money even if it’s for no good reason. Don’t need it? Don’t buy it.
19. Keep a journal.
The University of Rochester Medical Center says that journaling can help battle anxiety, stress, and depression. Even if you write only a few sentences, you can reap the benefits.
20. Clean out your car.
It’s so easy for it to become trashed, especially if you drive a lot. Spot clean as you go so that your ride is always looking sharp.
If this won’t put you under any financial stress, do it! It’s one less thing you have to think about and you’ll never pay late fees again. Win-win.
