Get organised for a happy 2023
Life-changing resolutions don’t need to start in January 2023, especially not when you want to stick to them.
EVERYONE is ready for a fresh start in 2023. This may mean the dreaded New Year’s resolutions have to be thought through and committed to. We all know, however, resolutions are easier to make than keep.
An article on UR Life (ur.life.com) has nifty advice to make it more likely to keep your next resolution – how about starting a month early? Life-changing resolutions don’t need to start in January 2023, especially not when you want to stick to them. Establishing good habits in December gives you the time to ‘soft launch’ your resolutions before 2023 rolls around and you have to stick to them.
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Ways to be prepared for your 2023 resolutions:
1. Take baby steps. Taking on too much can be intimidating as establishing new behavioural habits takes time and effort. Focus on one precise goal to keep a resolution achievable. By taking small steps, there is a better chance to keep resolutions realistic throughout the year.
2. Be goal-specific. You may have a long list of goals to fulfil such as losing weight or being more productive. But how and how much? Set definable parameters to stay focused. Most importantly, be patient and clear on the results you want to achieve.
3. Make a note of your goals. Writing them down in a diary gives a greater sense of responsibility and creates accountability.
4. Consider small resolutions. Creating resolutions too big to handle can set you up for defeat. Focus on something more realistic rather than drastic. The foremost step to victory is sticking to one goal, not five.
5. Plan thoroughly. Don’t wait until December 31 to decide on your resolution. Placing extensive planning is essential for attaining any goal.
6. It is okay to miss out. Falling short is normal. If you relapse into a bad habit, do not consider it a failure. The passage toward your destination is not always straight and there will be challenges.
7. Introspect daily. To make a long-term success, reassessing your goal at regular intervals is essential. While it may seem like a slow and unrealistic start, is why it is necessary to acknowledge smaller successes along the way.
8. Keep working on your goal. When done realistically, introspecting can be a good way to find out what you could do to make your resolution better.
Four tips to get rid of clutter (https://apointoflight.co):
1. Clean out the junk drawer
Clear out the junk drawer or messy space that’s been stressing you out. Maybe your bathroom cabinet is a mess or the hall closet, or you have a drawer in the kitchen you can barely open because it is so cluttered. Empty the space. Throw away trash or donate unused items. Sort like items into their own dividers, boxes, or bins. Put away things in a way that allows you to see everything you have.
2. Declutter your workspace
Whether it’s at work or home, clean and organise your work area. This will help you be more productive and feel happier while working. Throw away anything that is no longer working, like pens. Have a designated space for stationery. Create an inbox for papers, bills, and other mail that you clear out once a week. Dust and wipe down the area.
3. Declutter your kitchen
The kitchen is the heart of many homes, so make it a pleasant place to be when you start the New Year. Like most people, you may have a goal to eat better, that’s why now is a good time to set yourself up for success. Empty your fridge and pantry. Throw away expired food. Donate anything that’s still good but you know you won’t eat. Clean your shelves and drawers. Put healthy items in front so you see them first. Make unhealthy items harder to reach or put them out of site.
4. Digital declutter
Delete unused apps, photos, files, playlists and contacts. Uninstall computer programs you don’t use. Unfollow social media ‘friends’ or random people you don’t even talk to. Don’t go on sites that stress you out. Unsubscribe to newsletters you never open. Do a life admin day. It is a day when you do all the annoying tasks you’ve been putting off for ages.
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