Small Things We Can Do Everyday to Improve Our Lives
Most people have aspects in their lives that they wish to change. Some may wish to become healthier while others may wish to achieve a certain occupation. Depending on the goal, some may be more difficult to achieve, while others may be accomplished in a matter of months or days given enough dedication. No matter what you wish to complete throughout your time here on Earth, there are always small things you can do everyday to improve your life. These may be the best type of goal as they are short and simple while also potentially having a positive impact on your life. In addition, these tasks can be implemented into a daily routine, where you may be able to soon subconsciously perform these actions.
There are some obvious small things that can be changed in our day to day life, such as taking the stairs or making your bed every morning. While they may seem insignificant, they can begin to stack up and improve your mentality and quality of life. For example, besides dedicating a few minutes toward burning some calories, climbing the stairs can also help relieve stress. This is because exercising releases endorphins which can benefit your overall health as well as decrease stress, as mentioned before. As for making the bed, although it is a small action, it can leave huge benefits. Despite taking only less than three minutes, it can give you the feeling of starting the day off right through being productive. In addition, it improves the atmosphere of your home, and when you come home after a long day, having the bed made makes it look more comforting when it is time to go to sleep. Therefore, even small changes can have a big outcome. Some more ideas for simple tasks include walking instead of driving, drinking more water, and sleeping more. The internet is also a great source for a plethora of more options.
There are also other activities that are a bit more complicated to accomplish, but not impossible or extremely difficult. One such activity is the formation of a hobby. This can be something relatively simple, such as knitting, bicycling, or coin collecting. Depending on the hobby you take up, there can be added benefits, including lowering blood pressure, depression, total cortisol levels, and body mass index. Another activity is making your own breakfast, lunch, or dinner. If you are someone who is constantly eating out, then now may be the time to decrease this. There are also people who are firm believers that they are unable to cook. One solution to that are companies like Blue Apron, which is able to deliver ingredients and recipes to your door on a daily basis. There are also smaller goals like striving to eat more fruit and vegetables and striving to eat less unhealthy meats. In the end, also remember to treat yourself. However, do not mistake this for overindulging yourself constantly. Think of it as more of a reward. People often do this too much or too little. You have to find the right balance that you are content with. Being able to reward yourself at the right time is helpful because it reminds you that you are doing a good job.
Not all of these things may be weighed equally toward two people. Some may find walking instead of driving easier than sleeping more, while others may find the opposite to be true. Someone may even find all of these tasks hard to change in their lives, maybe because of personal reasons or due to lack of motivation. Everyone is different and a little push may be needed. Either way, it is strongly encouraged that one should try to attempt such activities because, in general, the benefits normally outweigh the risks of performing these tasks. In the end, you know your body the best. You may even wish to consult your physician on what is the best way to improve your quality of life.
References:
https://www.themuse.com/advice/16-small-ways-you-can-improve-your-life-in-less-than-30-minutes
https://www.inmovement.com/en/inmovement-blog/2016/august/top-5-reasons-to-take-the-stairs
https://www.thespruce.com/reasons-to-make-your-bed-every-day-350511
http://www.positivelypresent.com/2013/06/benefits-of-having-a-hobby.html
