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It’s January, the month of reflection, resolutions and self growth.
After the year we’ve had in 2020, this January is different than other years. We have much more to process and reflect upon as the pandemic year of 2020 ends, and the new year begins.
We’ve put together a list of 8 important things to do this January (to ease your way into 2021), to help you get the new year started in the best way possible.
Let’s step forward and put the challenging year of 2020 behind us.
Happy New Year! Welcome, 2021.
REST & REFLECT
Ease into the new year. The pandemic year of 2020 was challenging. Take your time this January to first process it all. Don’t rush. Allow yourself to relax and reflect upon all that 2020 was, before making any resolutions.
RELEASE & RESOLVE
Rest, reflect, and then? When you’re ready, release. A ‘release’ mindset is as simple as reminding yourself, however often you need, to let go of tension (i.e., of 2020). Then, make your resolutions for the new year.
READ
One of our new year’s resolutions is always to read more. If you’re looking for an escape from the past year, dive into a new novel. If you’re ready to make resolutions and are striving for change, we recommend the #1 New York Times bestseller Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones (2018) by James Clear.
Get your copy of Atomic Habits.
STAY SAFE & HEALTHY
It might be the end of 2020, but the pandemic is still here. Sadly, many areas are even seeing their highest numbers yet. Please keep yourself, your families and your communities safe. Practice social distancing, wear a mask.
DO YOUR PART
You can make a difference. Pay it forward. Many are struggling during these difficult times. Help someone in need (safely), support local, donate, or find another way to contribute in your area. Every little bit counts.
STAY POSITIVE
Make sure to take time for yourself, do something kind that puts a smile on your face (and on someone else’s too). There is no time more hopeful than the start of a brand new year (especially after 2020).
COZY UP
Want to make this winter a little happier (as we stay home to keep our communities safe)? Hygge (“hoo-ga”) is just the thing. Make hygge (the Danish lifestyle practice of coziness and contentment) your plan this January.
Want to learn more? Check out our posts on how to bring more hygge into your life.
12 Hygge Essentials For A Cozy Winter
5 Bestselling Books On How To Hygge
READY FOR MORE?
Allow yourself the time needed to rest and reflect on this past year. And then when you’re ready, check out our posts on resolutions, self growth and welcoming a new year.
7 Simple & Effective Resolutions To Make This Your Best Year Ever
10 Ways To Revitalize Your Wellness Routine & Change Your Life This Year
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