We are just a few days into the new year, and it is important for us to start it on a positive note, as it plays a key role in setting up the stage for the entire year.
So, what are some small steps or actions you can take each day to help you move into that zone of positivity? Looking for inputs? You have come to the right place. In this blog, we will walk you through a few pointers that will help you start the year with positivity.
Learn to live each and every moment to the fullest
During the holidays, how many of you were thinking about getting back to the office or working post-holiday season? If such thoughts were running through your mind, we are pretty sure you wouldn’t have enjoyed the holidays to the fullest.
It is important for parents as well as children to live in the present. Children need to take cues from their parents on how to live in the present. To ensure this, parents should stray away from sharing negative workspace experiences or start discussing about any unwanted topics while spending time with their children.. Be it playing with legos, eating a sandwich or watching a movie with your children, make sure you live the moment to the fullest.
Be grateful for what you have
Actively practising gratitude is an integral part of staying happy. Try journaling daily – write down things you are grateful for and also things that went well that day. This will remind you that even if the day was pretty tough, there are some things that you have gotten right.
Here’s an activity you can do – Make a joy jar, write one thing each day that you’re grateful for on a piece of paper and roll it, and put it inside the jar. At the end of every month, revisit all the notes that you have taken. This activity will help you stay positive and boost your morale.
Travel and stay active
Being in nature has the tendency to refresh the soul. Going out for even 5-10 minutes can make a huge difference. Make sure you go for a walk, run or hike during early mornings. It will help you feel energetic the entire day. Breathing in fresh air while taking a break from home and your smartphone can drive you away from negative thoughts.
Monitor and manage your time effectively
What we do on a daily basis influences our life on the long run. Although a few things are out of our control, we have the power to change most circumstances. If something is occupying a major half of your time and bringing you down, better move it off your schedule. If social media makes you feel bad, uninstall those apps. At the end of the day, ask yourself if what you’re consuming is having a positive influence on your life. If it’s not, get rid off it at the earliest.
Reflect on the previous year
A great way to start the new year is by reflecting on what went right and what went wrong last year. Answers to the following questions will help you plan the new year effectively:
- Where did I spend most of my time and efforts on?
- What happenings made me the happiest during the last year?
- What were my biggest struggles?
- What skillsets have I acquired the past year and how useful have they been?
Set achievable goals that motivate you
Once you have analysed the pointers mentioned in the previous point, you will be able to make proper plans for the current year. Setting achievable goals will keep you motivated, while unachievable goals might pull down your morale. Also, take time to break down your goals into segments that will help you review the outcomes each month. Most importantly, the goals you set should reflect on how you’re getting better as an individual.
Positive self-talk
Positive self-talk isn’t a skill you acquire overnight. It is an ongoing habit you will have to master by having a positive outlook on yourself. For example, instead of this: I have never done this previously. I might fail at this task. Try this: This is a wonderful new opportunity for me to learn new things.
Hope the above-mentioned pointers help you start the new year on a positive note. All the best! 🙂
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