If you’ve watched this video, "What is a habit?", then you know how focusing on small habits can be a great way to start improving your wellbeing.
Interested in taking a small step towards a better you? —then the only question is, what do you want to focus on? There are endless ways you could start. One way to narrow down what habit you’d like to build is by considering what area of your life needs the most attention right now. How would you rate your emotional, physical, or even financial wellbeing today?
If you find that you would rate yourself a little low in one or two areas of your life, that is okay! It doesn’t mean that it will stay that way forever. You’ve only just recognized an opportunity for improvement.
To provide some additional inspiration as you decide on a habit, we compiled a few ideas for you. Check out the list below of simple habits you could consider adding to your routine.
Fitness Small Habit Ideas:
- Take a walk every day. Commit to a certain time or distance
- Do one squat or one push-up each morning
- Start a family walk night
- Stand up and stretch or run in-place during commercial breaks
- Always stand while you talk on the phone
- Take the stairs at every opportunity
- Set a step goal! You can do this in Motion Connected, 4000 – 6000 per day is a good starting place for beginners
- Get an activity boost by parking far away from entrances
Eating Right Small Habit Ideas:
- Read food labels before putting food in your shopping cart
- Drink a glass of water after you wake-up
- Make a grocery list before heading to the store
- Savor every bite and chew your food properly (you’ll enjoy your food more and be less likely to overeat)
- Avoid purchasing foods with ingredients you can’t pronounce
- Pack an apple or serving of veggies for work
- Replace a high-calorie blended coffee drink with a coffee with milk & a dash of sugar
Reducing Stress & feeling Emotionally Well Small Habit Ideas:
- Go to bed 15 minutes earlier
- Meditate 5 minutes each day
- Stretch for 5 minutes each day
- Skip reading work emails after the office closes
- Take a break from social media: put your phone away during dinner
- Get 10 minutes of sunshine/fresh air each day
- Do 1- 2 yoga poses each day
- Show gratitude: write down 3 things you are thankful for each day
- Make your bed every morning
Additional Resources:
Medium | Anastasia Shch
15 Tiny Habit Changes That Will Improve Your Life In One Year
NPR.ORG | Maria Godoy