We're only a few days into the New Year and you're probably already thinking about your resolutions for 2023. We've got you covered with these ideas to help you get started! The key is that they are easy to do and will help you be happier, healthier, more productive and more successful in everything that matters most to you. So let's get started!
Eat natural foods.
A great way to begin your year is by eating foods as close to their natural state as possible. Foods that are processed have fewer nutrients and can cause weight gain, but there are ways you can enjoy these foods in moderation. If you’re looking for a healthier alternative, try making your own yogurt, bread and granola. They taste just as good—but with more nutrition!
Cook dinner at home more often.
This is a resolution that could actually help you lose weight if you do it right. It also might save you money (as long as you don't buy all the ingredients for one dish and then make them over several weeks).
Here are a few tips:
- Make a meal plan. Before each week, decide what to make at home and write down your menu. That way, when it's time to cook, all those decisions have already been made for you!
- Make a list of ingredients needed for each recipe and set aside time during the week when everyone can help out with cooking or chopping veggies or whatever else needs done in order to prepare meals at home.
- Get good knives if possible—it makes everything easier!
Try a new form of exercise.
If you've been doing the same workout for years, it's time to change things up! Try something new and fun. You might be surprised at how much more motivated and excited you'll feel about working out when there's an element of surprise involved in your routine.
See your doctor regularly.
If you're a man over 40, a woman over 50 and/or have an important family history of heart disease, you should make sure to see your doctor at least once a year. If you are in a high risk group or have another chronic condition like diabetes, arthritis or asthma, it's even more important to make regular appointments with your physician so they can monitor your health and help manage these conditions over time.
Follow a budget.
In the past, you may have been able to get by with less than stellar financial habits, but now is the time to change that. It’s important to put your money where it belongs and not spend frivolously on unimportant things.
Set aside money for an emergency fund.
If you’ve ever had to deal with an emergency, whether it was a car accident or a medical issue that required time off work, you know how important it is to have money set aside for those situations. But if you don’t have any savings, every unexpected expense can feel like the end of the world.
When it comes to building up an emergency fund for yourself and your family, experts recommend figuring out how much money would cover three months' worth of expenses in case there's a layoff or other financial setback—and then actually putting away that amount on a regular basis.
Get into a regular sleep schedule.
If you're looking to improve your life in every way possible, getting into a regular sleep schedule should be at the top of your list. When you're tired and rundown, nothing else matters. The ability to get an adequate amount of sleep is crucial for maintaining all other healthy habits, so it's important to prioritize this one.
Make more time for family and friends.
Start a tradition of spending more time with family and friends this New Year. It's not just important to spend quality time with your loved ones, but it can also help you feel more fulfilled in your life overall. Don't let one more year go by without making sure that the people who matter most in your life know how much they mean to you!
Plan a vacation, or several smaller trips, throughout the year.
Planning a big vacation is one of the best ways to relax and have fun—and it's especially important if you're trying to stay healthy and fit in 2023. While planning your trip can be stressful, there are plenty of tips that can help:
- Book your trip as soon as possible so you don't miss out on any good deals and can make sure everything goes smoothly when it comes time for travel.
- Prepare for your trip by packing all the things you'll need during it (including toiletries) ahead of time; even if you're flying somewhere international where they have similar products there, carrying them on will save space in your luggage and potentially cut down on costs since airlines often charge extra fees for checked bags (especially over-sized ones).
- Finally, enjoy yourself while away from home! When traveling near or far away from home base, remember that everything won't go according to plan 100% of the time but try not let that ruin an otherwise amazing experience.
Drink more water instead of sugary drinks like soda and juice drinks.
Drinking water instead of sugary drinks like soda and juice drinks is a good way to cut back on calories, because it's free of sugar. Water has zero calories, so drinking it will help you stay hydrated throughout the day and feel full when you're not eating as much food. It's also helpful for losing weight. If you're trying to lose weight, drinking more water can make it easier by helping your body feel full longer after meals or snacks so that you eat less overall.
Increase sustainability
If you want to make a change for the New Year, focusing on sustainability is a great way to go.
Sustainability is the ability to maintain a certain level of activity or production without depletion of natural resources. It's not just about recycling; sustainable living is about living in harmony with nature, making use of resources without damaging the environment.
This can be as simple as taking shorter showers and turning off lights when they're not being used, taking advantage of solar energy by using solar lights and gadgets—or it could mean completely overhauling your lifestyle and finding more eco-friendly ways to live.
Don't let the word "resolution" give you a negative connotation. It's easy to think of them as something boring, but they don't have to be! You can make resolutions that are fun and exciting, like learning how to cook more often or trying new things. With so many ways in which our lives can be improved by small changes, we hope these tips will inspire you to come up with some great resolutions for 2023!