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Are you looking to change your life? You’re not alone. In fact, a recent global study by Ipsos showed that 72% of people want their lives to change significantly. But change doesn’t just happen to you. It’s something you should strive to make happen. You don’t have to feel powerless. You can make a few simple choices to make each day a little bit better.
Taking better care of your body and mind can make life easier. Adjusting your attitude and improving your physical surroundings can also provide a fresher, more positive perspective. Try to cut out all things extraneous and focus on what really matters to your heart and soul.
10 Easy Habits to Supercharge Your Day
So without further ado, here are 10 simple habits for a better day.
1. Try Something New
If your daily routine has got you down, change it up. Life shouldn’t have to be a drag. Doing something spontaneous – or even something planned but out of the ordinary – can infuse a little vim and vigor into your day. Trying something fun or different can leave you feeling energized, refreshed, and engaged with life.
This might mean getting outside of your comfort zone, possibly taking a little bit of a risk. Perhaps you apply for a job that feels like a bit of a reach or strike up a conversation with a stranger. You’ll get a little jolt of adrenaline and a boost of confidence in your abilities.
Learning something new helps you stay mentally flexible and also makes you trust your abilities. And it’s easy! Pick up a book for ten minutes a day or read a publication that expands your worldview. Take an online class or sign up for a local hobby group to stretch your talents and meet new friends in the process.
2. Get Enough Sleep
It’s amazing how much your perspective can change when you’ve had a good night’s sleep. When you are well-rested, everything is better – your attitude, your resilience, and your physical and mental acuity. Most adults should get at least seven to nine hours of sleep per night, depending on age and gender. A full sleep cycle is restorative, allowing the body to repair and replenish itself and letting your brain process and store information in preparation for a new day. If you get enough sleep, you’ll have a better day.
Make sure your bedroom is cool, dark, and peacefully decorated. Try to go to bed and wake up at approximately the same time every day to train your body for rest. And enjoy relaxing activities like reading or taking a warm bath before bed, avoiding screens whenever possible.
3. Put Down Your Phone
Most of us feel surgically attached to our phones. They are ever-present in our pockets, bags, and hands – we even start to feel nervous without them. We’re addicted! While your phone might give you a momentary boost of serotonin, in the long term it’s not good for your mental health. Social media can cause stress by forcing you to compare yourself to the unrealistic portrayal of others and by inciting snap emotions of anger, anxiety, and even fear. The physical effect of phones can be negative too, with the blue light hurting your eyes, causing headaches, and interfering with your circadian rhythms.
If you’re feeling too attached to your phone, try leaving it in another room for a bit. Or you can switch your alerts to “do not disturb,” allowing only the most absolutely necessary notifications to interrupt you. You can also download certain apps that limit or even block your access to addictive social media apps.
4. Eat a Healthy Breakfast
No matter how busy you are, don’t skip out on breakfast. Eating a well-balanced meal not long after waking up will give you the energy and brainpower to get through whatever challenges you may face. Your breakfast should be relatively small but packed with nutrients to help you “start your engine” for the day. Healthy fruits, whole grains, and lean proteins are all great options.
Having breakfast can also be a form of mindfulness. It lets you pause and prepare for your day, reflecting on your priorities and goals. In this way, the daily routine of breakfast becomes a centering practice before the chaos and unpredictability of daily life begins.
5. Get Some Exercise
Getting your daily dose of exercise is bound to make your day better. While it might seem stressful, inconvenient, or even potentially exhausting to work out every day, if you stick with it, you’ll start to feel the benefits seep into all different aspects of your life. Regular physical movement makes you more resilient, able to bounce back more easily from challenges or injuries. And it improves circulation and releases oxytocin in your brain, giving you a feeling of joy, energy, and calm.
Most adults should get at least 20 to 30 minutes of moderate physical activity per day. You don’t have to go to the gym to accomplish this, though you certainly can if you want to. Taking a daily walk, doing some light yoga, or lifting objects in your home is a great start to having a more active lifestyle.
6. Choose Gratitude
One key to having a better day is simply choosing to have a better day. Part of your intention setting should include a daily gratitude practice. Rather than focus on the difficulties in life, focus on the many positives that surround you – and stop and take a moment to appreciate them. Recognizing what is going right in your life, however small, will help put your problems in perspective.
You can practice gratitude by listing things you are thankful for, such as a cold refreshing glass of iced tea on a hot day. Writing it down makes it feel more meaningful. You can also write thank you notes to those who have done something nice for you. Gratitude is a form of mindfulness, keeping you focused on the present and happy with exactly what you have today.
7. Make Your Bed
The quickest item on this list is also one of the most effective: make your bed every day. It takes less than a minute, but it can totally change your attitude and approach to the hours ahead. So, pull up those sheets, fluff those pillows, and make sure your duvet or comforter is taut and even.
Why does making your bed make your day better? Since it’s one of the first things you do, it will have a psychological impact, setting your intention for the rest of the day. That intention, of course, is order and tidiness. It also helps you immediately get moving and wakes you up – a clear mind is a happier one. You get an instant sense of accomplishment since you’re not leaving something unfinished, giving you a boost of confidence first thing in the morning. And finally, you’ll be super happy later to come home at night to a clean and welcoming bedroom.
8. Set Your Priorities
Sometimes we can trudge through our day on autopilot and forget why we’re doing all the many things on our list. Take a few moments each day to set your priorities. Remind yourself of what’s most important to you in life – for the day, for the month, for the year, and even for the rest of your life. Understanding the “why” behind something makes it far more meaningful. And in this case, the “why” is incredibly personal. A sense of meaning and purpose in your efforts will make you happier.
Priorities are different from goals. Your priorities are what should be inspiring your goal. For example, if your priority is your physical health, your goals can include walking 20 minutes per day. Or if your priority is learning to play the guitar, one of your goals could be completing a music workbook or an entry-level class.
9. Keep a To-Do List
Don’t approach your day in total chaos. Instead, jot down a daily to-do list. Once you’ve set your priorities, you’ll have a better sense of what steps you might need to get there. Write those steps down, then start checking them off. Divide your list into different categories so it doesn’t get too overwhelming. You can have a list for home upkeep, social tasks, work items, childcare, and more. Keep a separate list of items you need to grab while running errands. That way, if you find yourself near a grocery store, you will enter prepared!
One more pro-tip: one of the best parts of keeping a to-do list is that feeling of satisfaction when you can check something off as “done.” If you find yourself accomplishing something that’s not on your list, there’s no harm in writing it on there after the fact and immediately checking it off. It’s not a contest and no one is checking your work – you should give yourself that confidence boost for a job well done.
10. Stay Hydrated
This one is deceptively simple: if you’re feeling down or stressed, there’s a good chance you’re not drinking enough water. Our bodies are made up of about 60% water. We need it to function – it’s crucial to human life! Drinking water can put you in a better mood, improve your skin, and even benefit your cognitive function.
Most adults should drink about eight eight-ounce glasses of water per day to stay healthy. That might seem like a lot, but it’s totally manageable. Try to have one glass upon waking. Leaving a glass on your bedside table can help you remember. Have one with every meal, too.
Carry a reusable water bottle with you at all times and be sure to sip regularly as you are working, cooking, running errands, and working out. Flavor packets can be added to water to make it more enticing, and even drinking the occasional tea or coffee is another way to get your ounces in.
FAQ’s
What are the 10 good habits for kids?
1. Brushing teeth twice a day; 2. Washing hands before eating 3. Sharing with others 4. Eating a balanced diet; 5. Listening and following instructions 6. Reading daily; 7. Saying “please” and “thank you”; 8. Getting enough sleep; 9. Exercising regularly 10.Tidying up after play
What are best daily habits?
Wake up early
Exercise regularly
Eat a healthy breakfast
Stay hydrated
Plan your day
Take breaks
Practice gratitude
Read or learn something new
Get enough sleep
What are simple healthy habits?
Use stairs instead of elevators
Drink an extra glass of water
Take a 10-minute walk
Correct your posture
Go to bed earlier
Incorporate balance exercises
Weigh yourself weekly
