New Year's resolutions rethought
Bye, bye rigid New Year's resolutions, hello motivational mindset!
Content:
· New Year's opportunities instead of New Year's resolutions
· 4 simple tips for sustainable implementation
· - Inspiration for a sustainable lifestyle
The beginning of a new year always brings the need for a new calendar - a compilation of blank sheets of paper just waiting to be filled with new experiences. Many people use this occasion to make a new start for themselves in the form of New Year's resolutions, such as quitting smoking, exercising more or living more sustainably. However, since we humans are creatures of habit, integrating a new behavior into everyday life is quite difficult for many. This may be due to the formulation of the intention itself or perhaps even the entire construct of New Year's resolutions.
New Year's opportunities instead of New Year's resolutions
To help you achieve your goals, we've thought about a few things and start with the term. According to the dictionary, the word resolution stands for a firm decision. However, as we know, life is not always straightforward, but rather curvy.
Don't let yourself be distracted from your New Year's plans after just a few weeks by overly rigid and ambitious resolutions. Instead, start the new year with a positive mindset and take the opportunity to expand your horizons and try out something new. Celebrate every little step, because every step is a step in the right direction.
4 simple tips for sustainable implementation
We have four simple tips for you on how you can make it easier for yourself to persevere and thus get closer and closer to your goal.
1. Think positive - approaching goals slow and steady
Many New Year's resolutions fail as soon as they are formulated. Swedish scientists have found that resolutions with an avoidant wording are less successful than those with an approximate wording. Losing weight, for example, is not as successful as getting fitter. In general, it is easier for us to learn a new behavior rather than unlearn or adapt an old one. New behavior also always offers the exercise of several alternative actions rather than the mere omission of a particular action.
2. Preparation is key - prepare yourself mentally
Every project stands and falls with solid planning. Prepare yourself mentally for your New Year's project and increase your chances of success. Simply formulating your goal using the WOOP method can help you. It stands for Wish, Outcome, Obstacle and Plan. Clearly visualizing your goal and factoring in potential obstacles is critical. Getting a little help for this journey is completely understandable. You can tell friends about your plan or even motivate them to join in. Adding apps, like Vegan Start from PETA or Go Green Challenge, can also be helpful.
3. No pressure - see it as an opportunity instead of a burden
A clear goal is good and also necessary, but too high expectations towards it are not. They can restrict you and put you under unnecessary pressure, which in the worst case can end in giving up too early. Instead, be proud of yourself for trying something new and stepping out of your comfort zone. You are doing this voluntarily and you are doing it for yourself, your health, society or the environment in which you live.
4. Step by step - find your own pace
Anyone who has ever tried to break a habit or learn a new one knows that changing behavior is not a sprint but a marathon. Here, endurance counts instead of speed. And as with sports, everyone has their own pace and condition. Individualize the way to reach your goal, ask yourself what is important to you and how you can make your success visible to yourself. In order to stay on the ball even with a more extensive project, it is also essential to celebrate small successes. Rome was not built in a day, but every single brick has contributed to it.
Inspirations for a sustainable lifestyle
Still need inspiration for new opportunities this year? Try sustainability!
It's easy to do, and you can achieve great results by making small habit adjustments. You will see that many behaviors are interrelated and have a positive impact on you, society and the climate on several levels.
Save watern:
- Turn it off! Whether you're showering, brushing your teeth or doing the dishes, the water doesn't have to run all the time. Be aware of your water consumption and try to limit it to the bare minimum.
- Fill them up! Dishwashers and washing machines are modern appliances that are already designed to save water, but they only do so if you use them to their full potential.
Avoid plastic:
- Swap disposables for reusables! • Swap disposables for reusables! Disposable items such as shopping bags, straws, cotton pads, etc. can easily be exchanged for reusable items. Take a look at practical helpers.
- look for durability! Use reusable containers made of sturdy materials, like our insulated water bottle YIN or the leak-proof lunchbox Yogi Double+.
- Do not always buy the first and cheapest thing you find! That will unfortunately most likely be made of plastic. See if there are also affordable alternatives, such as children's toys made of wood.
- Switch to tap water
- Check out an unpacking store
- Keep an eye out for refill articles
❖ Do you already know about the reusable take-away boxes from Tiffin Loop?
Reduce CO2 emissions:
- Use public transportation more often! It is best to ask your company, usually there is a discounted or free company ticket.
- Ride your bike more often or walk short distances! This is not only good for the environment, but also for your health.
- For your next vacation just use the train! You will discover a whole new way of traveling, I promise!
- Try to buy seasonally and regionally! This prevents unnecessary transport and cooling costs
- Try a low-meat or even -free diet! Take part in Veganuray.
Prevent food waste:
- Plan your food and go shopping specifically
- Use Apps like Too Good To Go and save food from the garbage can
❖ With an optimally filled refrigerator you even save energy, because it does not have to permanently cool superfluous food, especially if it ends up in the trash anyway afterwards
Taking care of yourself:
You are the engine of every good deed! Listen actively to your body and treat yourself with care.
- Give yourself a break! Read a book or go for a walk
- Eat something healthy! Feed your body nutrient-rich food and provide it with the necessary energy
- Expand your horizons! Follow news, read reference books, learn a new skill or a new dish
- Do something for your soul! Volunteer or donate blood, your karma will thank you.
Now, have fun formulating and using your New Year's opportunities!
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