2017 is finally on its way. Here’s a list of habits to consider adopting in the new year. I hope they inspire some ideas!
Drink more water (Plant Nanny and a cute water bottle help!)
Get more sleep (Sleep Cycle changed my life)
Go to bed and wake up at a consistent time
Stop using electronic devices before you go to bed
Work out more regularly (Try Seven)
Go out on walks (Map My Walk)
Eat less junk food (Or drink less soda, at least)
Cook for yourself more (Start here)
Take your medication regularly (Medisafe Reminder)
Take off your makeup every day, if you wear it
Wear sunscreen every day (This one’s my favorite)
Clean your makeup brushes regularly
Change your pillowcases regularly (it helps prevent breakouts!)
Practice mindfulness (Smiling Mind is a good place to start)
Consider starting a bullet journal
Use a planner (Passion Planner, anyone? Or Todoist if you prefer digital)
Start a reading challenge
Sit closer to the front in class
Raise your hand more often
Start assignments closer to the date it was assigned rather than the due date (Some tips on beating procrastination here)
Get to know your teachers
Stay updated on current events (Try The Daily Skimm)
Learn vocabulary in another language (Mango Languages)
Learn vocabulary in your own language (Here’s one for English)
Talk to someone you wouldn’t normally
Call someone you haven’t talked to in a while (Mom? Dad? Friend who lives on the other side of the country?)
Tell your loved ones “I love you” more often
Make plans to see friends occasionally
Make plans to have a day all to yourself occasionally
Clean your room regularly
Or just make your bed every day
Track your spending (Mint)
Write that novel you’ve been planning (Here’s a start)
Keep a personal journal (Day One is easy to get into)
Spend some time reflecting on yourself once in a while
Take 20 minutes a day to draw/write/get the creative juices flowing
Spend time with your pets