As the fun and festivities of the holiday season come to a close, you may find yourself feeling a little sluggish and maybe even a little gloomy. The parties may be over, but the coming New Year brings a sense of hope and renewal that can benefit all of us. To help you make the most of this time for growth and change, here are some simple tips for staying positive and healthy in the New Year:
Get Moving. Regular exercise benefits both physical and emotional health. Exercise builds muscle, burns fat, reduces stress, and stimulates chemicals in your brain that leave you feeling relaxed. You’ll look better, have more energy, and feel a sense of satisfaction in taking better care of yourself, so your self-esteem gets a boost. Drinking plenty of water goes hand-in-hand with getting regular exercise. Drinking water helps replace fluids lost during exercise, energizes muscle tissue, and helps your body flush out waste. Water has the added benefit of hydrating your skin, leaving you looking and feeling refreshed.
Focus on Gratitude. Our lives move quickly, and it’s easy to feel discouraged when there is so much to do, and it feels like there isn’t enough time to finish everything. Taking a few minutes during the day to reflect on everything that you’ve accomplished, the love of friends and family, and simple things like having a warm, safe home leave you with an increased sense of peace. People who take time for a daily focus on gratitude also enjoy better sleep, an increased connection in relationships, have increased resilience to handle stressful situations, and feel a greater sense of satisfaction with their lives. This small change in your outlook can be achieved in very little time, and it’s absolutely free!
Make Use of Available Help. If you find that you’re overwhelmed by your to-do list, hiring a service for running errands is a smart move. Grocery shopping, banking errands, going to the post office, vehicle maintenance, and other tasks take valuable time and leave you feeling stressed. Hiring a service to lighten your load can be affordable, and a great investment in your well-being.
At Good Neighbor Concierge, our caring professionals offer a variety of services that allow you more time to take care of your body and mind so you stay healthy and positive in the coming New Year. Call or click today to schedule your consultation and get on the path to a better you.
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