January is just round the corner, meaning it’s the time of year where most of us make plans and set goals for the twelve months ahead. It’s common around Christmas time for people to let go of their inhibitions, eschewing exercise and productivity while enjoying all the food and drink they can consume. By the time January rolls around you might understandably be feeling bloated, hungover, and exhausted from the festive celebrations and ready to get yourself back on track. Fortunately, the year ahead offers a blank slate you can use to create anything you like. No matter how successful or unsuccessful the last twelve months have been for you, 2022 provides the perfect opportunity for you to improve your life in myriad ways. Don’t let this time go to waste. Now is the time to start thinking of ways to better yourself next year. You will reach next December feeling fitter, healthier, smarter and more capable of navigating the treacherous roads of life. If you’re stuck for inspiration, here are three self-improvement ideas for 2022.
Turn your health around
For most people, Christmas is a time of excess. Eating far too many mince pies and drinking excessive quantities of unusual alcohol. Get the new year off to a good start by making a plan to boost your physical health. Begin an exercise regime to lift you off the sofa and get your endorphins flowing. You could take up running, swimming, climbing, yoga, or any activity that takes your fancy. Just make sure you accompany your exercise with a healthy, balanced diet to give your body all the nutrients it needs. After a little while of following your health regime, your body will take on a new lease of life and you’ll feel healthier than ever.
Educate yourself
What do you want to have achieved by the end of next year? If you’re unsure, one of the most productive things you can do is to gain knowledge. Use your free time to take a course of education in a subject that interests you. It doesn’t matter whether you teach yourself a new language, learn philosophy, or even become a tech expert and get to grips with complicated acronyms like EDR (endpoint detection and response). All knowledge is valuable.
Take a digital detox
There are 365 days in 2022 which equates to 8760 hours. Think of what you can achieve in this monumental space of time. But so much of our leisure is wasted on pointless tasks that add no value to our lives. Our phones are the biggest productivity black hole in existence. The average person spends nearly four hours using their phone each day, which is a staggering waste of time. By taking a digital detox you can reclaim this time and put it towards something much more meaningful. Use these extra hours to read more, do some exercise, socialise with loved ones, or even start a business from scratch. The options are endless, just don’t squander them by obsessing over social media.
