The end of the year is almost here and that means it’s time to take a moment to be mindful about your New Year’s resolutions. Unfortunately for many people, these resolutions can be tough to keep. Worse, they can cause you to feel inadequate before you even start trying to keep them. Instead of sticking to new versions of the same toxic resolutions you’ve struggled to keep in the past, shift your focus. Try these resolutions that are sure to help you develop a positive mindset for the new year.
Do One Thing That You Enjoy Daily
The best way to set yourself up for success is to commit to doing at least one activity that you enjoy each day. This can be something as simple as joining with friends in getting comfort bikes for men and women and heading out into the fresh air or reading a book for pleasure every evening. Whatever you choose to do (and it doesn’t have to be the same thing each day), make sure it brings you joy.
Be Mindful About Movement
Committing to fitness during the new year is one of the most common resolutions people have. While it certainly can help you lose weight and reach other goals, being active can also help improve your mindset. Use this to your advantage and commit to being more active during the new year. Find physical activities you enjoy and pursue them relentlessly. For example, if you love riding your bike, upgrade your women’s beach cruiser and hit the pavement. If you love getting outside, go for a walk several times a week and enjoy being in nature.
Connect With Those You Love
Humans are social creatures. The more time you can spend with the people you love and care about, the easier it is to maintain a positive mindset. However, the current restrictions can create certain obstacles when it comes to meeting up, so aim to connect instead. This year, prioritise connecting with the people you love. If you’re not comfortable seeing them in person, write letters, schedule video calls with them every week or call those nearest and dearest to your heart on the phone a few times a month. When you feel more connected, you’ll be less likely to experience feelings of isolation and depression.
Pursue a New Activity
One of the best ways to create a positive mindset is to pursue new interests or find new hobbies during the new year. Think about the types of activities or hobbies you’ve always found interesting and start looking for ways to incorporate those into your life. For example, if you’ve always wanted to start riding a bike again, commit to doing it once a week. If you find that you’re enjoying it more than you expected, you can always upgrade your ride to a ladies bike with basket or look at getting into off-road cycling or something more adventurous. If you’ve always wanted to learn yoga, start researching online lessons to try at home. Wherever your passions lie, commit to taking the next step toward pursuing those passions.
Setting New Year’s resolutions is a great way to help you reach your goals. Just make sure the resolutions you make are ones that you can keep and make you feel great every day. The more you can foster a positive mindset, the easier it will be for you to enjoy life.
