Hot summer temperatures usually also usher in comfortable summer clothes like t-shirts, shorts, and bathing suits. This seasonal wardrobe change also often coincides with renewed resolutions to get fit and become healthier. That makes it a good time to take a look at your health habits and personal wellness routine.
This summer make time to review your personal wellness habits and update your health and wellness plan. Before you cringe at the idea of making time for one more thing to do, take a breath and realize this process can be quick, easy and painless. It’s a relatively easy, but very important, act of self-care.
You probably already know the things that do and don’t move you towards becoming healthier. Taking a couple of minutes to consciously decide what behaviors you’ll keep and which you’ll discard will get a few things off your mental to do list. This alone can help decrease stress and enhance your sense of well-being.
To get started, use the same strategy to “clean up” your personal wellness routine as you do to declutter your home. Get rid of old health habits you don’t need or that don’t work well and add new, wellness boosting behaviors you like take their place
Remember to keep it simple. Don’t let this health enhancing activity become a source of stress. Not sure where to begin? Here are a few ideas to help you get started.
Out with the old:
What habits or behaviors no longer serve you well? Make a list then pick a few things you’re ready, willing, and able to change right now. For example, is it time to get rid of any of these common wellness busting habits?
- Poor eating habits
- Staying up too late
- Smoking
- Toxic relationships
- Sedentary lifestyle
- Too much clutter
- Too many commitments
In with the new:
What new behaviors will help improve your health and well-being? Remember, being healthy is more than just eating well and exercising, so think about all areas of your life. Pick realistic goals that you are ready, willing, and able to start now. Here are a few ideas to consider:
- Sitting still or meditating daily.
- Walking, stretching or other exercise several times per week.
- Eating more fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Starting a fun hobby
- Doing volunteer work
- Spending time in nature
A wellness thought leader, she champions a comprehensive approach to health by addressing mental, emotional, social, spiritual & physical well-being with a simple and potent message. Her book Wellness Your Way offers a practical strategy to assist readers in creating a happier, healthier life. For more information or to book Dr. Hamilton for speaking engagements visit www.ManifestExcellence.com or www.DonnaHamiltonMD.com
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