Thrive In 2023 And Beyond: 10 Power Habits To Improve Your Life Quality
In 2023, make improving your life quality one of your top priorities. With a higher quality of life, you can really enjoy everything your life has to offer you. There are many ways you can improve your quality of life that can become habitual, easily accessible, and simple to do in your everyday routines. To achieve a better life quality, consider adopting these ten power habits in the new year.
Spend plenty of time socializing with the people you care about most.
Spending time with the people you love most is a fabulous way to improve your quality of life. Get yourself into the habit of regularly connecting with your loved ones. Whether you’re able to actually get together with them in-person for fun activities, enjoy video calls, or even engage in some basic texting, getting into the habit of reaching out to them will improve your quality of life and strengthen your most important relationships. Not only will your efforts to connect reinforce the idea that you loved ones are important parts of your life, but you’ll also boost your own mood when you have a chance to socialize with them.
Say “yes” to opportunities to do some spontaneous exploring and adventuring.
Are you in the habit of saying “no” to a friend’s impromptu request to go on an adventure or try something new? Do you shy away from chances to do something fun because you’re “too busy” or “too tired” to participate? If so, consider making 2023 your “year of yes” by getting into the habit of accepting these spontaneous opportunities to adventure and explore more often. Rather than thinking about all the reasons why you can’t or shouldn’t do something, ask yourself how you can benefit from saying “yes.” Not only will you go on some pretty spectacular adventures, but you’ll learn a lot along the way, thus improving your quality of life.
Read on a regular basis.
Reading is one of the best habits for improving your quality of life. Readers are able to visit a plethora of places, learn about tons of cultures, and explore all sorts of subjects without ever leaving home. Whether you enjoy fictional stories or reading about nonfiction topics, picking up a book on a regular basis is an excellent habit to begin if you want to boost your quality of life.
Commit to learning a new skill or picking up a hobby you’ve always wanted to try.
Make 2023 the year you get into the habit of learning a new skill or hobby. If you’ve always wanted to knit, participate in local league sports, cook a gourmet meal, or try your hand at metal detecting…make it happen! Make working on your new skill or hobby a habitual part of your normal routine. Doing something that genuinely interests you is a fantastic way to instantly boost your quality of life.
Allow yourself to take some regularly scheduled breaks.
Taking regular breaks isn’t a sign of laziness — it is a habit of people who want to maintain a good quality of life. Working nonstop is a harmful mindset to have. Without time to properly rest, you can’t maintain your stamina to do quality work or get tasks done. Instead, get into the habit of taking breaks. Let yourself rest because your quality of life depends on it.
Step away from your social media accounts regularly.
Taking regular breaks from social media is a great habit to adopt if you want to improve your quality of life. Social media tends to breed comparison — it’s tough to not feel like you’re “missing out” when your social media feeds are filled with friends and family sharing big, exciting news. Disconnecting from social media helps you reconnect with yourself by eliminating the temptation to constantly compare what you have to everyone else.
Spend more time in the great outdoors.
Spending time out in nature is another great habit to develop if you want to improve your quality of life. For many people, spending time surrounded by fresh air, plants, and great scenery is an excellent way for them to temporarily step away from life’s demands and get back to basics by reconnecting with the natural world. Get into the habit of spending some time outdoors on a regular basis to reap these life quality-boosting benefits.
Set and enforce your personal boundaries.
Setting boundaries with other people can feel uncomfortable, but doing so is a great way to protect yourself and relationships from unintentional harm. If something bothers you, go ahead and communicate it with the person involved. Getting into the habit of speaking up and setting boundaries with other people can prevent you from experiencing negative effects, such as hurt feelings or damages to your relationship.
Make sleep one of your top priorities.
Being well-rested is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself. Good, regular, quality sleep is essential for the body to rest and restore itself. If you aren’t able to get this kind of good sleep on a regular basis, your health — and overall quality of life — will noticeably suffer. Get into the habit of prioritizing sleep. Create a good bedtime routine that gets you relaxed and ready for a reasonable bedtime each evening. Your body will thank you for it.
Spend more time around happy, positive people.
The people you spend time around most often have the power to majorly impact your overall attitude. If you’re mostly hanging around with negative naysayers, you may notice your attitude and overall quality of life drooping. Negative people release negative energy, and their poor attitudes can begin to affect your own mindset. Instead, get into the habit of spending more time with happy, positive people. Fortunately, this transference of attitude works both ways; spending more time with upbeat people will improve your quality of life by affecting your attitude for the better.
