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If you're one of the millions who create a list of New Year's resolutions, you understand that they are easier to make than to keep. Sometimes, we've simply set the bar too high or we lose our willpower along the way. Whatever the reason for the lapse, most of us have made — and broken — resolutions. If you're looking for a resolution that you're likely to keep, we've come up with this short list of resolutions worth making.
4 New Years Resolution Ideas
Begin a meditation practice
If you’re not practicing meditation, now is the time. According to an article in Psychology Today, simple meditation offers a multitude of physical, emotional and mental benefits. It takes very little time, you don’t need any special tools, and you can do it wherever you are (except maybe while you’re driving).
Add some exercise in your daily routine
Whether you're running miles a day or rarely step away from your desk, it is likely that you can use a bit more exercise. The first thing to keep in mind is to set realistic goals. Come up with one small change you're sure you can master. Once you've accomplished that milestone, come up with another.
Get to know your neighbors
Given the number of Chicago apartments around you, imagine how many amazing people you could meet. The best way to get to know people in your neighborhood is to spend some time with them. Join your neighborhood gym, get to know people at church, or join a club that meets in the area. One of the benefits of living in Chicago is accessibility to so many different types of groups. If you're a writer, join a writer's group. If you're interested in art, join an art appreciation club. The point is to do things you find enjoyable and to meet new people with similar interests.
Be a visitor in your own city
Consider all the great things there are to see and do in Chicago and all the experiences you have yet to enjoy. This year is all about getting to know your own city, experiencing the places you've never visited, and appreciating Chicago as though you're a tourist.
Take full advantage of this blank slate with these fun suggestions! Resolutions are an easy way to prioritize what you want this chapter in your life to look like. If one of your resolutions is to upgrade your apartment, give us a call. We can help you find the perfect home!
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2018 is almost over, and it's time to look back and reflect on our year. What have we achieved, and what surprises have come our way? What would you like to focus on in 2019? What hidden dreams and aspirations are calling to you, waiting for you to take them out of the shadows and make them a reality? Start with some simple goals, and watch as they help clear the way to even bigger goals.
Achievable Goals for the New Year
- Go to bed earlier: Poor sleep affects every aspect of your life. More sleep means fewer physical problems and increased mental health, stamina and productivity. Make sure you get at least 8 hours of sleep every night.
- Connect with others: Many people suffer from loneliness in our modern age. Reach out, join a group, find a job or volunteer as a way of forming meaningful human bonds and friendships that don't fade. Life is always better with friends.
- Try out a new form of exercise: If you are in a weight loss or fitness rut, why not try something new? Go trail hiking, take up a new sport, or join a fitness group. Find what works for you and enjoy the thrill of a new adventure while taking care of your body.
- Catch up on your finances: Start saving or investing. Cut costs and automatically send that amount to your savings account or toward paying down loans. Listen to financial management podcasts or pick up a book to learn more about finances.
- Spend more time outdoors: Nature is its own therapy. Being outdoors restores your sense of wonder and helps clear the cognitive clutter of everyday life. Enjoy physical exercise in nature's gym.
- Read more books: Fiction books can help you relax. Non-fiction books can increase your knowledge and skills. Whatever type of book you choose to read, they are all good for your brain.
- Eat more fish: Fish contain omega-3s, healthy fats that keep your heart healthy. Fish is easy to prepare and great for those busy nights when you want to make a quick, healthy meal.
Start off the new year in the right place—at Presidential Towers Apartments in Chicago. Call us today to find out how our modern floor plans and world-class amenities can make all the difference in the new year.
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