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Despite Not Being Big, These 36 Habits Can Significantly Improve Your Life, As Shared Online
Interview With Expert
Small things in our lives usually matter a lot more than they seem to. After all, that is what big things are most often made of.
As we found out through this Reddit thread, a great example of that is small habits that, if practiced regularly, are a lot more significant than they appear and have the power to really lift up one’s quality of life. Scroll down to check them out!
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#1
Helping others without expecting anything in return. Hard. Yet, worth it.
Frank Russell 2 years ago
This is actually hard-wired into homo sapiens' brains. Modern "culture" suppresses it.
Géza Körmendi-Vas 2 years ago
Even Christ expects us all to love our neighbours as ourselves that includes the poor, the homeless, the widows and the elderly in our neighbourhood.
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Daniela Lavanza 2 years ago
I once had a very bad day, everything against me for no reason. Then someone I came across, a perfect stranger, badly needed help. I did what I could and saved that person's day. All the trouble before vanished in my mind, I even found myself feeling well and useful to the world at my very small scale. So I 100% recommend helping to feel better, I do it far more now.
Michelle Carlson 2 years ago
And can influencers STOP recording themselves good things? Give us a break with your so-called altruism.
Nicole A 2 years ago
Yes, thank you! If you're doing it to get pats on the back or monetized videos then you're not doing it out of the goodness of your heart. Same thing drove me crazy growing up. There was a doctor who would buy hymnals and stuff for the church but insisted a huge nameplate with "donated by Dr so and so of such and such address" be put on the inside cover or on objects. It says right in the Bible to do good deeds in silence and not brag about it. He's literally going against the Bible in a church. If I could figure that out as a ten year old, then this grown man should have known better. It really made me feel the church was being hypocritical as well by following his demands of self promotion.
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Richienotsorich 2 years ago
Helping others without having to narcissistically photograph or video the act!
BrownTabby 2 years ago
I live in a right wing neighbourhood. They like helping people. They just don’t like helping people they think are beneath them.
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#2
Sleep
Jeff White 2 years ago
Recently retired. Now sleeping an appropriate amount. WITHOUT question, the best single life improvement. Especially because it's not that expensive.
The effect of these habits sometimes tends to be passed off as anecdotal and is not taken seriously when it really should be. So, to better understand how all of this works, Bored Panda reached out to a couple of life coaches who are experts in this field.
We first talked to Eva Centeno, a woman who wears many hats, now best known for being a Certified Life and Retirement Coach, guiding her clients with the help of Positive Psychology tools that she acquired by studying under the renowned professor Tai Ben Shahar.
#3
Stop comparing your life to someone else's. The fact that they have a nicer car doesn't mean you have a worse life. The things they post online are only part of their reality. Their life isn't perfect either.
I get it, I'm the guy with the ugly 10 year old car in the apartment complex whose parking lot is filled with Mercedes and muscle cars.Would I like to own a better car? Sure. But not because all my neighbors have one. I know I have reliable transportation, which makes my life easier than the guy who takes two buses to get to work. It doesn't mean that I don't want more. it just means that what my neighbor has is irrelevant to my happiness.
bigoldthor 2 years ago
This times 1000. Like the old church hymn says, "Count your blessings, name them one by one."
Flora Porter 2 years ago (edited)
We usually compare ourselves to people who have more. If you can compare yourself with people who have less, just in a humble and honest kind of way, it tends to lead to gratitude.
Lady Gypsy Rain 2 years ago
This is essentially being content with your life and where you are at present. Doesn’t mean you don’t strive for more or different at some point, just that you can find peace with yourself no matter where you are.
Nykky 2 years ago
That's awesome you can see life like that, all the more power to you. Many people however, without any kind of training, can't get past their life feeling like c**p, which makes them feel worse because they know they don't really have it that bad. Depression is real, and getting better lines of thought is pretty much what this guy is talking about, but also don't beat yourself up if you slip up. It's impossible to always be positive, and you wouldn't want that anyways.
#4
Live by the rule: if something takes 2 minutes or less to accomplish, just do it.
You’ll notice how many things are really not that bad, but also how much accomplishing things is just a mental block.
Marnie 2 years ago
This would not work for me. I can think of 100 2-minute tasks in the next 15 minutes.
Ace 2 years ago
Absolutely, Similar one posted a couple of days agi, completely failing to realise that with multiple five minute (or two in this case) tasks to do you cannot just do one of them at random and it takes a lot longer than that to decide which one is most needed.
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AgingBull 2 years ago
I've had the opposite plenty of times with something I think will be just a few minutes goes off the rails and the next think I know I'm an hour or two in
Flora Porter 2 years ago (edited)
One of my personal work rules is never discuss something that needs doing for longer than it takes to do it.
Tim Douglass 2 years ago
I find this kind of advice incredibly annoying. It's just like someone telling me "oh, you're depressed? Try being happy!" I know that there are 2 minute tasks I could do, but first of all, there are 500 or them and I don't know which to do first. Second, it's not "just a mental block", it's depression and I literally cannot do that 2 minute task - I. JUST. CANT! I hate that truth, but no Pollyanna BS is going to change it, unfortunately.
The expert explained to us that building a strong foundation by pursuing these small habits is very important, yet not that difficult, only requiring us to pay attention and be mindful. “Eating well, sleeping well, and paying attention to our relationships with self and others forms a strong foundation for a person that increases their quality of life.”
“I like looking at the whole person,” said Eva when talking about giving life advice and emphasizing the importance of balance. “I do this by reviewing their SPICE FOR LIFE to begin. How are they functioning in all these areas of life: S - Spiritually, P - Physical well-being, I - Intellectual well-being, C - Connection with others, and E - Emotional well-being.”
#5
Cuddle with your dog.
Dixie Girl 2 years ago
Every morning when the alarm goes off Firefly, my yellow lab, snuggles up for some morning scratches and love.
#6
Daily practice of not reading the comments in political threads. Instantly improves mental health and saves countless hours of pointless arguments!
Zaphod 2 years ago
I agree. You have to be careful where you get your "news". So many sites are all about outrage instead of just reporting the facts. Sometimes, I am disappointed by my newsfeed. Then I realize my browsing history must be the problem. For example, I must have clicked on a story about malicious compliance at some point because they keep showing me more headlines. :(
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Luke Branwen 2 years ago
The thin line between wanting to stay informed and wanting to stay sane.
BrownTabby 2 years ago
I’ve solved it by just reading emails from organisations that help with causes I’m passionate about. That narrows things down to a manageable level, plus they talk about things you can DO instead of just being “THIS IS BAD!!!”
Load More Replies... bigoldthor 2 years ago
I completely stopped reading political threads a long time ago. My mental health improved drastically.
Rick Seiden 2 years ago
Years ago on FB when Hillary was running against Trump, I installed a browser extension to block any comments about the one I didn't like (it doesn't matter which one it was because hearing about them would have been toxic either way), just to improve my mental health. It worked wonders, but I saw a lot less of one of my friends in my feed.
The expert also added that there are multiple ways to form new habits. “Dr. BJ Fogg did a lot of research on habit formation. He created "Tiny Habits," which can lead to big changes,” said Eva, giving an example that if you want to exercise more, you could connect that to a habit you already have, like continuously adding a pushup onto pushup every time you brush your teeth.
Other examples that the life coach provided included writing a gratitude journal, going for awe walks, and doing acts of kindness. “Becoming more mindful of how you speak to yourself and others is life-changing!"
#7
Morning Exercise. Just 10 minutes of exercise each morning can boost energy, improve mood, and promote better health, leading to a more productive and positive day
Piglet 2 years ago
I swim at 07.30 3 times a week, do aquafit at 09.00 twice a week, and a weekly pilates class at 10.00. I have Saturdays off. This has only been since June last year, and I feel so much better for it. My sleep has improved, I have so much more energy, and I am a lot more productive. I'm 54.
Meeqc 2 years ago
Exercises in the morning makes me going back to bed...i have to leave within one hour of waking up or i just can't do it, taking hours to get ready and eat and exercise and take a shower takes all my energy and ruins my day. Exercising doesn't make you more energetic...never did
#8
Consistently drinking enough water throughout the day can improve skin health, aid digestion, and increase energy levels
pfeils wife 2 years ago
I wish I knew how to do better at this. I drink coffee all day (not good, I know) but to make matters worse, I literally never drink water. EVER. And oddly, on the rare occasion that I do drink water, it upsets my stomach and I get cramps in my feet. wtf?
Daniela Lavanza 2 years ago
I have the same problem, I don't feel thirst so I compel myself to drink at given moments of my day and in some specific situation. It's a ritual to save my poor kidneys.
Load More Replies... Lady Gypsy Rain 2 years ago
Also, don’t base your intake levels on the 8 glasses a day. Your intake could require less or could require more. I’m susceptible to dehydration. I drink a minimum of 5 liters of water a day (good thing I like it) and STILL have to occasionally go to the er to receive iv fluids. So, talk to your doctor about appropriate intake for you.
John Smith (he/him/xy/️) 2 years ago
Aren't you flushing out electrolytes like crazy like this?
Load More Replies... Piglet 2 years ago
I fill a 2 litre sports bottle every morning, and make sure I finish it before bed time. I find it easier to do than having a random glass here and there when I remember. It should like a lot of water, but it's easy to drink it without even realising.
ROSESARERED 2 years ago (edited)
A couple of mouthfuls every 20mins...does winders. And keep some water by your bed if you wake up in the middle of the night, have a small drink and when you get up in the morning, drink a cup of water, before breakfast, shower etc, it will help you so much
Next, we talked to Jacqueline Hurst, who is a Certified Life Coach, Master NLP Practitioner, a Certified Health and Weight Coach, and an author. Having gone through an interesting life journey battling various addictions since a young age, she has later found inspiration to transform her experiences into her purpose. “It bestowed upon me a wealth of valuable lessons, ones that I now share with others on a daily basis.”
#9
Reduce sugar consumption.
Less headache better sleep.
Charlotte A. 2 years ago
Rapid changes in blood sugar levels can cause headaches in some people - both too much sugar or waiting too long to eat something.
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Zaphod 2 years ago
I never craved sugar because I was a drunk. Then I had liver failure. I was on an extermely restricted diet of 1g sodium max/day and 1L fluids max/day. Consequently, I would be at like 300 calories at 8pm and HAVE to have a large malted milkshake for dinner just for the 900 calories. My dietician even approved. I shrank from 235# to 165# before I had my liver transplant. Anyways, I now crave sugar.
#10
Shower. Or, if that’s too hard some days, at the very least wash your face and brush your teeth.
bigoldthor 2 years ago
I have to shower every evening before I go to bed. Relaxes and refreshes me, I sleep better, and the bedding stays cleaner, longer.
Isabel Care 2 years ago
If you know you can't get out of bed, keep wet wipes within reach. Bed bath. Sugar free chewing gum with Xylitol to clean your teeth. That way you don't feel guilty for getting stinky, unless your evil brain guilts you anyway.
Jacqueline provided us with a similar and, at the same time, slightly different perspective on the same topic when compared to the answers of our previous expert. According to her, the principles serving as a roadmap to a healthier and more fulfilling life are:
- Prioritize mental well-being.
- Be conscious of your thoughts and recognize your control over them.
- Connect with nature for rejuvenation.
- Surround yourself with positive influences.
- Fearlessly cut ties that hinder your growth.
- Establish strong boundaries.
- Uphold a profound sense of self-respect.
#11
Cleaning and tidying up your living space, even if it's just getting rid of the dust on some shelf or putting one book in your bookshelf, after sole times, your living space is much more cleaner than it used to be and it's better for your health and mental health.
bigoldthor 2 years ago (edited)
I find simply making the bed makes me feel better about things. There's something about a messy bed that stresses me.
Jacob Wloch 2 years ago
Just throwing away the trash and putting clothes in the laundry basket makes me feel a bit better
#12
Making tomorrow better the night before. Lay out clothes, pack lunches, pack the bags going to work or school, and figure out what is for dinner so you can thaw it/put it in the slow cooker/etc. when you get up. That makes the morning a lot less stressed and that makes the day go better.
Deborah B 2 years ago
Put the insert from the slow cooker in the fridge with the ingredients in ready to cook, and you can just put it back in the machine and turn it on.
jsgriffith 2 years ago
Yes! Yes! Yes! First time I did that was because my girlfriend wanted me to make my beeftip vegetable stew for her mother. I didn't have time, so I told her what to get and how to put it together, and that she could do it. She got everything and brought it to my place. So I did all the prep and stuffed it in the crock and told her to take it home. "Just reheat it on 'med' setting for 4 hours." Then I started doing it so often that I got tired of crockpot meals. It was faster than making a microwave meal ( considering multitasking). Id prep the night before. Then put it on when I got home from work. By the time I got yardwork, laundry, house cleaning, or any chores finished. My hot fresh meal was ready to eat. No waiting 6 minutes and stirring and waiting another 6 minutes and stirring on a frozen chunk of frozen dinner.
Load More Replies... Teresa Spanics 2 years ago
I always have my clothes laid out and ready to go. Not only does it make it easier to get ready in the morning, it also is an excellent idea if you have to get dressed fast to get out of your residence in case of fire, etc.
Nicole A 2 years ago
I know someone who sleeps in the nude. One night a fire started in her house and in the panic she just ran out of there completely nude. She now keeps a robe by her bed every night.
Load More Replies... General Anaesthesia 2 years ago
Do some things the night before, and plan the start of the next day.
Load More Replies...When talking about having a good routine in one’s life, the expert agreed that it is imperative for paving the way for meaningful personal growth and achievement. “Embrace the importance of your mindset, stay committed to consistency, uphold self-respect, and exercise self-discipline.”
Jacqueline also added that forming habits is as difficult as you believe it to be. “If you change how you think and see the power within your own mind, you will see it as an exciting opportunity for changes,” said the life coach, emphasizing that the best approach for starting is starting.
#13
Spending a small amount of time each day learning something new, like a language or a hobby, can enhance cognitive abilities and personal satisfaction
#14
Stop drinking sugary drinks. It's a small change really. Just replace your coke with water. Man... the weight loss was more than expected.
jsgriffith 2 years ago
No! Lies! Well, maybe for some people, but not with me. I used to drink a 12pk of cans of coke cola every other day, plus whatever outside of home. Stopped cold turkey. Drank diet only, or water. Didn't change or add anything else. Didn't loose more than 4# in 90days. I still drink diet Pepsi or Dr pepper, it's been years since I had a regular soda. The only reason I didn't go back to Coke, or any other regular soda, is because it tasted way too sweet after being on the diet stuff. I switched physicians because my former one called me a liar, that I didn't quit the regular or increased sugar intake to replace what had been in the regular soda. I was ocd about it because I had a great grandmother loose her legs from the knee down because of diabetes and she wouldn't stop eating sweets and drinking pop. I was deathly afraid it would happen to me if I didn't make the change.
LuLuBelle 2 years ago
Drinking diet soda doesn't help with weight loss. It tricks your brain into craving more calories, so you subconsciously eat more to replace the calories your brain thinks you got from the soda. Diet soda is just incredibly bad for you on so many levels. Stop drinking diet soda and you will lose more weight. This isn't an opinion, it's a data-supported fact.
Load More Replies... ROSESARERED 2 years ago
If you can't do it cold turkey, water the softdrink/soda down, with water, still or sparkling, half and half. It still tastes as nice,,just not the teeth aching sugary amount of an undiluted drink
Charl Marx 2 years ago
Fizzy sugary drinks are my only vice. I don't smoke, don't drink alcohol, I'm a healthy weight and I get plenty of exercise. I just can't quit the sugar.
To add a few more pieces of advice to this already life-changing list, we looked into an article by The Everygirl. This is what they had to say:
- Start your day with a purpose by identifying your most important tasks the night before.
- Take on high-value tasks before noon.
- Read at least 15 minutes a day.
- Invest your money, little by little.
- Spend some time exploring your curiosities.
- Learn to question common sense by asking ‘why?’.
- Design your pre-workout ritual and make yourself a motivational playlist.
- Don’t skim everything that you read.
#15
Moderate exercise.
You don't need to go from 0 to 100 by becoming some full-on gym bro. Some exercise is better than no exercise.
Try to do exercises like pushups, sit-ups, squats, pull-ups and stretches on most days of the week. Just do a like 3 sets of a few of these, in a mini workout that takes less than 20 mins in total. You can also buy some small adjustable dumbells for home workouts. Try to also sometimes do cardio by running, swimming or cycling, once in a while.
This will make you stronger, healthier and happier. You will look better, have improved sleep and mental health, as well as much lower risk for certain diseases.
Isabel Care 2 years ago (edited)
I have a back injury, so no sit ups...BUT I do pre sit ups in bed. Soft supportive surface, bend knees, engage the muscles as if you are about to do a sit up, hold, relax, repeat. I also use my core muscles when in a vehicle, take some of the strain rather than slumping in my seat. Exercise without extra damage. I also fidget and stretch. Flexing my bum and legs to Von Suppe's Light Cavalry is fun, got a friend to do it too. She was seen doing it at work by her boss, he now does it too. Abba's Waterloo is a good tempo as well.
#16
Not necessarily a daily habit, more monthly habit but putting money into savings. Even if it’s a small amount.
Getting used to putting money away each month is a good habit. Even if it’s £25 each month at first to get used to it and then increasing it over time as and when you find you can manage it.
Even an amount of £25 amounts to £300 each year.
The way that I look at it is that I’d quite happily spend £25 on a good sized take away so why would I not happily invest that into my future?
Fakeus nameus 2 years ago (edited)
That’s what the corrupt mayor said when the police found out about his offshore embezzling
Load More Replies... Isabel Care 2 years ago
Only works if you have money to save. I tried with change, got to spend it on fuel to get to work each month.
Rinso the Red 2 years ago
If you can afford it, and have direct deposit, you can allocate that x amount be deposited in Savings. This way I'm not even aware of the "missing" money and my savings have slowly but surely increased.
Michelle Carlson 2 years ago
We started using one of those round-up investment accounts (Acorns, for us) and it's been such a great thing. Turning into an emergency account for us and has made it so much easier to save.
The list doesn't stop there. The article also suggests to:
- Spend time with yourself.
- Keep an open mind for growing and learning new things.
- Go to sleep and wake up earlier.
- Avoid alcohol and caffeine during the evenings.
- Group your worries into what you can and what you can’t control. Deal with the first group, and learn not to stress about the second one.
- Don’t overthink and stress over small, unimportant details that probably won’t matter tomorrow.
- Create a morning routine for yourself.
- Keep looking for new hobbies and passions.
- Write down your thoughts and worries at the end of the day.
- Limit the number of most important tasks in a day.
- Change things up in your life once a month.
#17
Healthy Eating. Incorporating more fruits and vegetables into your daily diet can improve overall health, provide essential nutrients, and boost energy levels
Theora Fifty-five Johnson 2 years ago
you can eat frozen veg, eat beans, oatmeal and other healthy food. Avoid salty, high-fat, junk foods.
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#18
Allocating time away from screens and digital devices daily can reduce eye strain and mental fatigue, leading to increased productivity and better mental health
Frank Russell 2 years ago
I would posit that just avoiding the internet as much as possible improves mental health. Engaging with a screen while, say, watching a movie, shouldn't count. Being selective is key.
Jane Hower 1 year ago
I have one computer at my desk - not a lap top; my cell phone I plug into the charger in the LR before I go to bed so it's not with me, and I've never had a TV in my BedRoom. I READ at night!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Brian Droste 2 years ago
Maybe I need to cut down on BP then. I am on this quite a bit especially since I am retired now. It is 10:40 right now.
In the end, life is all made up of small things. And to turn its flow to where we want it to go, we have to start with small habits.
While doing that is not as difficult as it may seem, it’s always easier when you know where and how to start, and that’s where sharing information comes into play. Who knows, you might just pick up something truly life-changing from a single Reddit thread.
What do you think about these small habits? Do you have any you’d like to add yourself? Scroll down and share!
#19
Sunscreen
Zaphod 2 years ago
This was not a thing in the 70s. We used tanning oil instead. I had many self-induced blistering burns. I fear that being a SoCal beach kid may come back to haunt me someday.
pfeils wife 2 years ago
Baz Luhrmann - Everybody's Free To Wear Sunscreen. AWESOME song... listen to it!
BrownTabby 2 years ago
With that said, beauty companies are scamming you. I live in a high-melanoma area and it’s sunscreen on your face AND on the rest of your body AND wear a hat AND don’t go around shirtless when the sun is beating down on you AND stay in the shade when you can. No part of this requires the latest expensive sunscreen-infused makeup.
#20
Making an effort to connect with friends or family every day, even through a quick message or call, can improve relationships and emotional health
C.O. Shea 2 years ago (edited)
The opposite turned out to be the improvement in my mental health. 😅
Nichole Harris 2 years ago
I've created my own family.... Now I'm surrounded by people who are kind and loving and supportive but before that... Yeah I get it
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#21
Spend half an hour in the nearest public park, if you have one. If you don't, then just spend half an hour walking around your neighborhood.
Most importantly- TURN OFF YOUR PHONE while you do this.
Frank Russell 2 years ago
So walk around a dangerous neighborhood without your phone on? No thanks. I think I need to move, alright, but out of this area.
Wend kirk 2 years ago
Ride a bike or bus to safe public park - it’s worth it!
Load More Replies... BrownTabby 2 years ago
Nah, you lot just hate phones (while spending a lot of time on them lmao). I spent a recent afternoon alternating between paddling in the sea and looking at stuff on my phone and I still left refreshed.
jsgriffith 2 years ago
Walk around in a sketchy neighborhood, for the motivation to keep a 'quick, yet comfortable' pace. Bonus cardio if you pin a $20 on your back.
Lisa Myers 2 years ago
I don't know why someone down voted you. I think it's funny! But then I'm basically a happy person so a lot of things are funny to me.
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Yoga. Even five minutes of yoga has an impact. Now in my sixth year of daily practice I can confidently say it's improved my life physically, mentally, spiritually and emotionally.
bigoldthor 2 years ago
You know when someone slips on the ice, flails about in all sorts of contortions, grabbing at air, making panicked faces, and ends up on the ground in pain? That would be me trying to do Yoga.
Bols 2 years ago
There are so many types of yoga now that I think even you could find something for yourself :) I recommend Hatha it is rather slow paced and focused on correct posture
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Sugar Shack 2 years ago
I lose motivation to do yoga because they never seem to show pictures of people with normal bodies doing it, only perfect ones like in the photo above!
#23
Writing down three things you’re grateful for every day can increase positivity, enhance well-being, and shift focus from negatives to positives
Nichole Harris 2 years ago
Nah.... It's about being in a place of gratitude and changing negativities in your mental pattern.... Food, shelter, Internet access 😂 all counts
Load More Replies... Theora Fifty-five Johnson 2 years ago
it doesn't have to be gratitude, which can be a weird vibe for depressed people. It can be things that are okay, that don't suck.
Michelle Carlson 2 years ago
I've kept a gratitude journal for a long time now and it's amazing to go back and review what I wrote. Makes you realize how good your life is, even when it's bad.
Nykky 2 years ago
If you can do this, cool. If you can only do this once a week, you're still being more positive then. Do not do this if you feel like it's starting to stress you out, because then it is. It's gone from a mental exercise to a burden, and you don't need that. Most people, doing this just when they think about it is enough.
#24
Flossing your teeth.
bigoldthor 2 years ago
I usually do this a week or so before my next dentist appointment. They are never fooled.
Teresa Spanics 2 years ago
I do that every evening prior to brushing my teeth. I am wondering if I should in the morning before I brush my teeth after breakfast.
Ace 2 years ago (edited)
I fail to see the problem with using it for all your teeth. Are you somehow imagining that you'll be transferring infection from one area to another? It's your own mouth, FFS, In any case these have largely been superseded by interdental brushes. These last me a week or two each, I've absolutely no reason to think they should be thrown away after each use.
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While exercise is a great way to start the day, sometimes you just don't feel like it but the time still needs to be spent productively.
I installed a randomizer app on my phone that has (so far) 8 activities to spend the 30 minutes each day I'm getting up earlier to be more productive and healthy: run, read (print, not computer), clean, home improvement, learn, yoga, write (journal or work on an article), rest.
Unless I strongly feel like doing one of the activities, I randomly select an activity each morning.
Jeff White 2 years ago
And can be contradictory to the #1 suggestion of getting enough sleep
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#26
Try to get rejected once a day.
Not for anything in particular or even particularly important. You'll succeed less than you think.
Advice from an old professor. He was a photographer and would 'try to get rejected' getting into all kinds of cool places.
...he got into a lot of cool places.
Daniela Lavanza 2 years ago
My guess is that it means you get rejected because at least you dared try. Being afraid of rejection can stop you from trying far too often so you should be more daring.
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INGI 2 years ago
TRY? How do you TRY to get rejected every day? Honestly, this sounds dumb. Hell. Rejection just happens. The advice from the professor didn't include "every day." When you're in the arts, rejection is a major part of your profession. The prof was trying to prepare them for that. Life will reject you plenty. And you'll toughen up or you won't. Seeking it out is dumb.
Rachel Parker 2 years ago
No, the point is to remove the fear of rejection that stops you even trying things. You need to learn that it's not going to kill you, so you are not afraid to push your boundaries. It might not apply to all of us in the same way. A photographer may well be taking photos every day and so might feasibly be asking to go in somewhere every day. Not all of us will do anything that often. But yes, seeking out rejection is a good idea.
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Staying out of high interest debt
#28
Feeling grateful for even the slightest things will bring huge positive impact on life. Decluttering and tidying up then and there brings a feel of peace to the mind. Speaking kind words will make people feel this world is a better place.
Helena 2 years ago (edited)
That whole 'you should feel grateful for every little thing' thing, makes me irrationally angry. I was made to perform boot-licking gratitude for every ounce of attention, food, just everything, when I was growing up. So now if someone suggests I should feel grateful for tiny xyz, i get angry. There are some things that as human beings should be a given. Otherwise you feel like dirt.
jsgriffith 2 years ago
Well, then be grateful you don't live like that anymore.
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Patience
Rinso the Red 2 years ago
My father always said: "Patience is a virtue and ignorance is bliss. So if you're stupid, and don't mind waiting around a lot, you can have a pretty good life."
jsgriffith 2 years ago
Life's hard. It's even harder when you're stupid. John Wayne.
Load More Replies... bigoldthor 2 years ago
My plans to be patient fell through while speeding to my stress-management class.
#30
Cleaning up your desk at the end of the day
Ronnie Beaton 2 years ago
Yup. It's one of the last things I do before I finish work each day.
jsgriffith 2 years ago
Cleaned my desk for the first time during a lunch break. And coworkers kept inquiring whether I was fired or resigned. I kept it orderly, some what. But that day I went deep - empty out the drawers and reorganized. Had a box and everything.
#31
If you are trying to form new habits, writing down your progress helps immensely. It helped me form a routine of reading, I just noted down the number of pages I read daily.
It is a whole other thing that I 'dropped off that wagon'. Looking for a restart in the new year. Cheers!
Helena 2 years ago
How are you going to reenforce daily writing, when daily writing is a new habit?
Astro 2 years ago
No one said it always works :) but some people will find it helpful
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Not buying snacks and therefore not eating snacks. Will do wonders long term.
Ace 2 years ago
Presumably you're talking about unhealthy sugary things? For me a snack os quite likely to be a piece of fruit, or just a slice of bread with whatever I find in the fridge. Not all snacks are unhealthy snacks.
Matalyn Bradford 2 years ago
very true, and it's essential for building muscle too
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Make ur bed every morning
Jane Hower 1 year ago
No, pull the covers back and let the bed air out - skin mites live on the sheets and need the warmth of our bodies to stay alive. Uncover and let the bed cool down and mites will die.
#34
You can try Mindful Meditation. It can help you reduce the stress, enhance focus
Astro 2 years ago
I do love mindfulness meditation, but I have had random panic attacks while trying to meditate before. No idea why!
#35
I've been bodybuilding for 10+ years. It only takes 30 minutes to 1 hour 4 days a week. Get in a routine and an average of 10-20 minutes a day and you can be top 10% of the population in physique.
Helena 2 years ago
That is a fallacy. It isn't 30 min to an hour. It is 30 min to an hour, plus gym commute time, changing clothes, working out, showering, possibly redo hair and makeup, getting dressed again. It is the workout, plus commute, plus your typical morning routine.
Steve 2 years ago
Here's a radical idea. Do it after work so you don't need to do the hair and make-up and get dressed again. Just go home.
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Breathing.
If you don't breath then you won't have much quality of life.
Or, any life.
Tucker Cahooter 2 years ago
OMG! I was wondering why I was always fainting! I will give breathing a go and see if things improve
What do you think ?
Dragons Exist 2 years ago
I love how (as of right now) the thumbnail for this post says cuddle with your dog but has a cat
Virgin Panda 2 years ago
The only one on the list I know I can do right now is breathe. My depression has taken a huge hit since yesterday 😔
Anička 2 years ago
Sorry to hear! Know that there are a lot of people on here and likely in your physical life who wish you well and would be happy to listen or sit with you in silence. I hope it passes quickly. 🧡
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I love how (as of right now) the thumbnail for this post says cuddle with your dog but has a cat
Virgin Panda 2 years ago
The only one on the list I know I can do right now is breathe. My depression has taken a huge hit since yesterday 😔
Anička 2 years ago
Sorry to hear! Know that there are a lot of people on here and likely in your physical life who wish you well and would be happy to listen or sit with you in silence. I hope it passes quickly. 🧡
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