New Year, Be You!

In December, it’s natural to start looking ahead to the new year. However, the pressure to ‘do’ or ‘be’ better when the clock strikes twelve can be a touch overwhelming, right? And after the few years everyone has had, we think it’s time to ease up on focusing on what we should be doing in favour of things not to do! Think of it as an ‘anti-resolution’ list if you like!

The best place to start when trying to create change, is to formulate tangible steps so help you break everything down into actions. If you are finding it hard to set some goals (or, anti-goals) for yourself, consider these top tips!

1. Make the goals realistic! While you should never dampen your dreams, starting large and then coming back down to reality is the best way to make achievable goals! Afterall, nothing is more motivating than seeing yourself achieve what you set out to do!
2. Prioritise! While you may want to improve many areas of your life, it is important to think of what area you are willing to put the most energy into. This will make the year a lot less overwhelming and allow you to enjoy the journey.
3. Break your goals down! Make sure every goal as a measure of ‘success’, a timeline so you can stay on and specific actions to avoid procrastination.

Just incase you are struggling with inspiration, here is what we, at Savers, are focusing on this year!

I will not: say ‘yes’ to everything

Saying ‘no’ is one of the most important skills you can have, so why is it so difficult to do? The fact is, no one likes to cause someone disappointment, yet it’s impossible to please absolutely everyone! So, stop. Acknowledging that you can’t go to every birthday party, every playdate, every last-minute brunch with the girls will help you identify where to focus your energy. If constantly saying ‘yes’ (even when it puts you out) causes you stress or discomfort, this new year, learn more about saying ‘no, but thanks’ and who knows, it may lead to a happier, healthier you! This leaves time for you to invest your energy in things you LOVE! Allocating more time for yourself will open up a world of opportunities for a year that feels for fulfilling.

I will not: ignore my body  

How often do you ignore aches and pains in your body? Or perhaps you’re feeling the effects of burning the candle at both ends? If so, your body is probably telling you about it, but we all know it’s easy to ignore when we’re busy. So in the new year, listen closely to what your body is telling you, whether it’s ‘call the doctor’, ‘take your supplements’, or ‘go to bed earlier’, and put your health and wellbeing first to eliminate the chance of burning out. If you struggle connecting with yourself in the chaos of everyday life, try setting time aside time everytime to specifically tune in to what you need. At the end of the day, no one (and nothing) can run on empty.  

I will not: live my life online 

Instagram, Facebook, X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, Snapchat… the list goes on! There’s no denying we love to spend our fair share of time scrolling through and peering into the virtual lives of others, but to what benefit? Now, we’re not saying put down the phone for good (we love a good TikTok challenge as much as the next person), but definitely try to have more conversations IRL in the new year. You may be surprised how much you learn, what new connections you may make and how many empty pockets of time you find yourself with! Perhaps, you can replace the mindless scrolling with mindful activities which adds simple joy into everyday.

I will not: forget to make time for myself

So many people are so busy with work and home life that making time for yourself gets thrown to the wayside. However, carving out time to enjoy doing things that you love is SO important for caring for your mental and physical health. Making time for yourself isn’t a selfish act, so don’t let the guilt creep in! In fact, finding time to recharge your batteries means you will have more energy to give your best in every aspect of your life. 

There are plenty of ways to take part in self-care, including journaling, going for a walk, taking a longer than usual bath, trying meditation, reading, starting a new hobby, taking a class, and even finishing work on time! 

Whether it’s a daily activity, weekly or even monthly – this new year you are allowed to make yourself a priority!

If you the type of person that struggles to take a breather or find time to relax – we hear you. However, Bach has formulated a helping hand and it’s one of our favourites! They work with the intention to aid a sense of calm within the constant emotional demand that comes with life. Whether you have a deadline at work, the washing up has been left for a few too many days or you don’t want to face the school run today, life can feel incredibly overwhelming. Don’t fret – rescue remedy have created many ways for you to achieve that emotional balance you need to grasp everyday. Kick off the new year with a strong start and explore the Rescue Remedy range to see where it can fit into your routine!