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Burnt-out resolutions: a feel-better guide for the already tired
Keep your sleep habits under control
For the new year, focus on good quality sleep as the foundation of good health and longevity.
We are in control of having a regular bedtime and wake-up time and establishing good sleep habits. Once these are set, you'll be in a better place to tackle other goals, such as a regular exercise routine and nutrition.
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Setting goals for a new year
- Setting goals is a motivational technique, and when done correctly, it can be effective to help you solve a particular problem.
- We all have an idea about the impor...
The science of setting resolutions: start small
Start small and choose just one new thing to change in the new year. Reflecting on each main category of your life and choosing one thing to do differently is a great way to feel like you are starting over.
Starting small can also be a good way to avoid disappointment.
Reflect on the main categories of your life
- Personal goals: Ask yourself, “How have I taken care of myself this year? What is one thing I can add to my routine that involves self-care?”
- Household goals: Choose one area of the house to clean out in January.
- Relationship goals: How satisfied are you with your relationships right now?
- Spiritual goals: What’s your spiritual practice like? How can you get in touch with this area of your life more?
- Work goals: How did you feel about your work-life balance, work performance and work relationships this year?
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Nobody sleeps the whole night through
This is a common misconception.
Also, waking up a few times per night is not necessarily a cause for concern. The most important thing is how you feel when you get up: refreshed, ready ...
Why we wake up during the night
We wake up at night for many various reasons. Some of them are:
- Having a nightmare
- Distracting loud noises
- Sleep apnoea
- Nocturia (excessive nighttime urination).
However, it is important to let your practitioner know your sleeping habits so that they may analyse whether you have an underlying medical condition.
Food and drinks that affect your sleep
- Food and drinks that are bad for your sleep: Alcohol, caffeine, sugary-food (chocolate, gummy bears, etc.), spicy and acidic food (jalapeno poppers, spicy Cheetos etc.)
- Pro-sleep food and drinks: Wholegrain cereal and milk, toast with peanut butter, nuts, seeds, and healthy fats.
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One Step Daily
Most people do not stick to their New Year's resolutions because they focus on the entire task.
By just focusing on the daily small steps, one is able to create a successful daily routine.
Keep It Practical
Dial back your goal for the New Year to be a more practical, pragmatic one, and your chances of success will rise dramatically.
Don't be too hard on yourself.