With New Year’s just around the corner now is a great time to be thinking ahead. Use the last of 2023 to think about what positive impacts for yourself you can start doing in 2024. With those resolutions think hard about what is attainable. Do they have purpose? By having purpose you won’t let them fall by the waste.
1. Keep your mind active
Keeping your mind active in a positive way provides an opportunity for stimulating new pursuits. Great ways of keeping your mind active can consist of: puzzles, dance classes, painting classes, flower arranging, cooking classes, online or local classes and stimulating conversations. These are just a few. Remember being open to trying new things stimulates creativity and exercises cognitive abilities.
2. Healthy & attainable eating goal
Taking the time to invest in yourself by educating and exploring healthy and attainable eating goals will keep you going in the new year and give you more energy. Being healthy and having a strong immune system is so important in our lives. Getting enough sleep, eating the right foods and having a positive outlook are just some of the key factors for keeping our immune system strong. Click here for more on improving your quality life.
3. Volunteer in your community
Volunteering can be very meaningful and fulfilling for seniors. There are many types of volunteering that you can do individually or in a group setting. Finding what your passionate about will help find a connection with an organization that will allow you to make a difference and enhance everyday life. Do the research on the organizations. Remember volunteering is an opportunity for you grow and give back.
4. Embrace a new or current hobby
There are a lot of different and new hobbies out there for seniors to embrace. There are an abundance of activities that allow you to learn new skills, widen your knowledge and enjoy your free time. Look at things that interests you and expand from there. Playing an instrument, cooking, golfing, writing, puzzles, gardening, camping, dancing, quilting are just a few ideas.
5. Create a new exercise routine
Finding a new exercise routines can be fun and extremely beneficial. We all know how important it is to stay active and healthy as we age. Exercising is beneficial for seniors. Click here for ideas on staying active indoors. Finding new ways to stay active can help enhance the quality of your life and maintain a desire to continue to exercise. Weight training, swimming, biking, walking, yoga and dancing are just a few ideas.
