Every January, we’re bombarded with messages about “fixing” ourselves through strict resolutions that rarely last beyond a few weeks. What if, instead, we chose to care for ourselves consistently in small, loving ways? In this reflection, we explore how to trade short-lived resolutions for sustainable self-care habits that support your skin, body, and spirit.
For many of us the new year marks new beginnings, a time to put past failures behind and resolve to do better.
As I am thinking ahead into the New Year, it occurred to me that there is wisdom in looking back and focusing on doing more of the things that worked in the past year.
I will admit that there were challenges and personal losses this year, but in the midst of it, there was growth. I also noticed patterns and practices that helped me weather the storms.
So this year, instead on working on new resolutions I will be focusing on the habits and practices developed in the past year and continue to improve on them.
Here's a short list of practices I'll be taking into the New Year
- Daily learning to live an authentic Christian life
- Being present, physically, mentally and emotionally, for loved ones
- Prioritizing relationships by building community, supporting and collaborating with others
- Practicing self-care through strength and movement exercises
- Practicing more self-care by eating well, getting rest and drinking lots of water
Will you be setting new resolutions or improving on existing practices in the New Year?. Share your plans with me in the comments
#newyearresolution, #continuousimprovement
