We’ve all had that post-holiday slump that seems impossible to come out of. But don’t despair there are some simple things you can do to get going again. From eating healthy to sorting out your insurance, our tips will have you back on track in no time.
Prioritize tasks
Most people will probably come back to some tasks that they weren’t able to complete before the holidays. This can be stressful as new tasks come in. Remember prioritizing the most important things first will help to set you up to succeed. This may seem obvious but many people struggle with this.
There are also various productivity apps that you can use to help you prioritize tasks and set deadlines. If you’re part of a team or managing one, be sure to do some research into productivity apps that can help you. This will make a tremendous difference in the organization of your workload and achieving your goals.
The new year is a good time to review your personal affairs too so be sure to sort out your will. Insurance is important, so make sure you are getting the best cover at a reasonable rate.
In terms of new year’s resolutions consider looking back at the past year and writing a list of positive and negative experiences and how you have learned from them. A keyword for the year, just one, can help you to stay focused too instead of having a list of long resolutions opt for a simple word which you can keep front of mind when the going gets tough.
Turn to superfoods!
There are plenty of foods you can eat that will help you to stay fuller for longer and keep your energy levels up. According to Lifehack researchers have found at least 8 superfoods that assist with boosting your brainpower at work.
From salmon and spinach to dark chocolate these superfoods can help you to stay on top of your game especially if you’ve overindulged over the holidays and need to get back into a better routine.
Keep stretching
Yoga or stretch classes can be very good to help you to focus your mind and relax your body from tension.
Practicing mindfulness meditation can also be beneficial. By doing this you are focusing on thoughts and being aware of them so you can observe them and your reactions to them. Some people find meditation deeply relaxing while others can find it anxiety-provoking so be sure to explore a few different kinds of meditation before you give up on it.
Give yourself plenty of breaks
Breaks are vitally important. Pushing yourself too hard can cause burnout something we all need to avoid. Once you’ve reached burnout it’s a lot harder to go back to your normal way of life so try to avoid this before it happens. Take shorts breaks and if you can try to go for a short walk.
Escaping into nature can also be good for stress so try to take some time out in a garden or green area. If you don’t have that option try to incorporate some indoor plants in your office environment.
Starting exercising asap
Your exercise plan may have also taken a break over the holidays so make sure to get back into that as soon as you can. Exercise is an excellent de-stressor and helps you to feel better mood wise too.
You may have some weight loss goals for the new year. Try a form of exercise that you haven’t done before to motivate you to regularly keep moving. For example, a dance class may be a fun way to get exercising. Dance is excellent for memory and a nice way to exercise in a social environment. There are many forms of dance you can try, look up what’s in your area to see what’s available and cha-cha your way into the new year with style!
If dancing isn’t your thing try some outdoor sports such as mountain biking or trail running. Even bird watching can be a great hobby and calming too. Getting an exercise buddy will also help you to get started and stay on track if you have struggled with committing to a regular training schedule in the past.