Positive lifestyle changes for 2023

By Swindon Link - 20 December 2022

Health and Beauty

Starting a new year is always an excellent opportunity to take a look at your life and habits and see what positive changes you can make. Here will discuss some top lifestyle changes that could improve your quality of life in 2023.

Better Sleep Quality

Adequate sleep is precious, and improving your sleep quantity and quality will positively impact practically every aspect of your life. In our technological age, we have all developed bad bedtime habits. However, some simple lifestyle changes will greatly improve your sleep. 

We thrive best when we stick to habits, so going to sleep and waking up at the same time each day has been shown to improve both the quantity and quality of your sleep. A simple way to make this change is to set your alarm not just to wake up but also to go to sleep. Other easy-to-implement tips are keeping your room cool and dark when going to bed and staying away from screens with unnatural light. 

 

Financial Planning

Being financially free or being free from debt might seem like a huge undertaking. But if you start now and have a long-term goal in sight, it is achievable. The current cost-of-living crisis, which is pushing everyone to tighten their belts and take a close look at their finances, may also be the perfect opportunity to make some permanent changes that will bring you one step closer to financial freedom.

Why not approach the rising cost of living as a chance to make a positive lifestyle shift? Set aside sometime before the end of the year to thoroughly evaluate your financial situation. Make the most of tools that could help you ease the current living costs and plan effectively for the future, such as online webinars, budget planners and spending insight apps.

 

Get Out in Nature

Not only is getting out in nature a healthy and beneficial lifestyle change but one that is entirely free. Being around animals and exercising outside has been shown to improve mood, reduce stress and loneliness, and improve mental and physical health. The benefits are clear, but how do you make it part of your everyday life? It shouldn't matter if you live in a larger city or a smaller town, getting in touch with nature is not that difficult, you can simply explore your local park.

Whether you have ample green space or a tiny balcony, why not try starting a small home garden with just a few plants or vegetables? 
Other than taking time out of our hectic week to spend time in nature, it is also essential to make the most of it. Try either leaving your phone at home or at least putting it on silent mode so that you are focused on taking in the beauty and truly enjoying the moment outdoors.

A habit or lifestyle change takes about 66 days to become permanent, so don't rush. The thing to remember is that the point of these changes is not to be quick or temporary but rather to be introduced slowly and consistently to truly have a positive impact on your lifestyle. 

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