Do you ever think about the innocent bad habits that we do on a daily basis? I think we should end bad habits and start better life practices. Are there any changes you want to make in the new year? Let's go through 3 common unhelpful habits and start from there.
Being on an electronic device before you go to bed
Being on an electronic device like a phone before bed is bad for your brain and your mental health. According to Calm https://www.calm.com › blog › screen-time-before-bed, “Over time, excessive screen use can upset our body's natural sleep-wake rhythm. Also known as your circadian rhythm, it’s your body's way of telling you when to wake up or wind down, making you sleepy at night and alert during the day. “ One way to stop being on your electronic device is relaxation, according to https://amerisleep.com, “ After setting a technology curfew, embrace relaxation techniques. Such activities calm the mind and body, making it easier to fall asleep. “ But there are more common bad habits.
Not getting enough exercise
Not exercising can have a big effect on your physical and mental health. According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ) (.gov) https://effectivehealthcare.ahrq.gov › health-topics › heal… “You may lose muscle strength and endurance, because you are not using your muscles as much, and our bones may get weaker “ To start exercising and break the unhealthy cycle you can do a little at a time, according to HelpGuide.org https://www.helpguide.org › wellness › fitness › how-to… “ You don’t have to spend hours in a gym or force yourself into monotonous or painful activities you hate to experience the physical and emotional benefits of exercise. A little exercise is better than nothing. “ There is one more common habit.
Procrastination ( waiting to do your homework or other important work)
Procrastination can be very unhelpful to people. It can cause anxiety because if you have homework and you are waiting until the deadline to do it, it can cause you to feel nervous. According to empowering parents.comhttps://www.empowering parents.com › Articles “For children, procrastination usually results in a negative consequence such as poor or failing grades, the inability to participate in extracurricular activities,” This explains procrastinating can be unhelpful. One way to stop procrastination is to break down bigger tasks, according to Helping Your Child When They Procrastinate: 5 Practical Steps - MLB Therapy, PLLC “To a child, looking at a larger task or a project can make it seem more overwhelming than it actually is. So try to help them break down the task into smaller chunks.”
I hope this motivates you to break your old bad habits and to add new productive rituals that you think will be good for you. But, anything you think is good for you might help in significant ways. So, the next time you are doing something you probably know isn’t helping yourself, motivate yourself to turn it around. Happy New Year!