Making changes to our lifestyle is easier said than done. How many of us can hold up our hands and honestly say that we have kept every New Year’s Resolution that we have made even in the last couple of years, for example? The changes that we want to make can be big or they can be small, but the fact is that if we do not give ourselves the right foundation to build from, we are setting ourselves up for disappointment.
But at the same time, we know that those changes need to be made. When it comes to our physical and mental wellbeing, there are so many bad habits to fall into, especially if you are feeling stressed, tired, and burned out. And let’s face it, all of us have come face to face with burnout at some point in recent months. If you are feeling like making those positive changes is an uphill struggle, remember that if you do not make the effort to look after yourself, then you are not going to be able to look after anyone else. Here are some positive changes to help your body and mind that are easy to achieve.
Start Getting Organized
We mentioned that having a good foundation is one of the most important assets to making sure that you do make those positive changes that you have been thinking about. Some people are much better at getting organized than others, and if you are someone who finds it hard, it is best to start completely from scratch.
Start by making a detailed plan of your day, from the time you get up to the time you go to bed. The idea of mapping out your entire day may sound like something that boxes you in, but you may find that it can show you where you have more time than you think you do.
Look For Support With Your Fitness Plan
Most people out there could greatly benefit from working more on their physical fitness. It’s recommended that we should all be getting at least 150 minutes of exercise a week. But it is one thing to know that you should be getting outside and exercising more, and quite another to turn those good intentions into action. If you have found that it is difficult for you to get over that first hurdle, then it may be time to look for some more support.
Talking to a personal trainer at your local gym could help you to create a fitness plan for yourself that you can keep to, as well as giving you someone who can keep you on track and advise on the best path forward for you. You could also think about getting some friends involved. Ask around to see if anyone would be interested in joining you for a fitness challenge. A little friendly competition never hurts, and it makes all the difference in the world to have someone to share the highs and lows with.
Take Charge Of Your Health
It is one of the worst feelings in the world to be worrying about whether something is wrong but not knowing for certain. A lot of people end up worrying themselves into a catch-22, where the fear of finding out is as powerful as the fear of having something serious that they don’t know about. One of the most positive changes that you can make is trying to be more proactive with your health. It is so important to remember that a lot of the illnesses that we are most worried about, including cancer, strokes, heart issues and more, are far more treatable if they are diagnosed early. The longer you leave it, the harder it is going to deal with.
A full body MRI scan can identify the early warning signs for a range of different cancers. For example, an IPMN (that stands for intraductal papillary mucinous neoplasmus of the pancreas) is a benign cyst that is often found while a patient is being scanned for something unrelated. And although they are benign, they can sometimes become aggressive and turn into tumors. If you want to learn more about IPMN symptoms and how to look for an IPMN, visit the Ezra website. They have helped 13% of their members identify potential cancer early, and their full body scan takes just one hour.
Make Changes In Your Diet That You Like
Just as most people know they should be doing more with their exercise routine, most of us know that we should make some healthier choices when it comes to our diet. There are a couple of major factors that hold you back. The first is that it is much easier to eat less healthy meals when you are tired or short on time, and the second is that people think that they don’t like eating healthily.
If you want to make healthier meals for yourself, planning is key. Start by thinking about what kind of food you enjoy eating, whether it’s Italian, Japanese, or Middle Eastern, then look for recipes that you would like to try. Make a list of the ingredients you need, and make sure that you have them in your cupboard and fridge at least a day before. Think about whether batch cooking could help you to find more time, because time is the key to keeping to your diet.
Identify Mental Wellbeing Support And Triggers
Mental wellbeing is something that everyone should be thinking about, especially right now, and one of the best things that you can do for yourself is to consider the factors that help and hurt yours. If you find that having some time to yourself ever day helps you to feel more centered, then do what you can to ensure that you get it.
Look out for habits that make you feel low or unhappy. For example, a lot of people use alcohol to relax, but it is a depressant that can have a real impact on your mood. Try to make sure that you are getting enough sleep. Reach out to friends when you are having a hard time, and remember that there are a lot of people out there who are going through a similar thing. They are ready to support you.
