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Even if you only manage 15 minutes, that would be better than nothing. Even better, however, would be to make a daily habit of reading.
Of course, it can be difficult to untangle yourself from a toxic relationship, but it all starts with identifying the problem and making a plan to disconnect from it.
Like it or not, reading is a great way to learn things and unlock doors. Take some time today to peruse a newspaper, magazine, or book.
Just as positive relationships increase our quality of life, negative ones tend to decrease it. If you suspect you are trapped in a toxic relationship, make moves to end it today.
Despite this, it is important to take some time to relax every day. As the old saying goes, “All work and no play makes Jack a dull boy.”
The positive effects of smiling are well-documented. Indeed, the physical motion of smiling sends an impulse to the brain to alter our neurochemistry.
Many of us have jobs that don’t please us all of the time, but that’s not to say we cannot find any meaning in what we do.
With all the busyness and pressures of daily life, it can sometimes feel as if we’re always on the back foot and never have enough time to get everything done.
Take some time today to think about what you enjoy about your work. If you really can’t think of anything, it might be time for a change.
It doesn’t matter if you can’t manage a full-on HIIT session at the gym—just heading out for a 30-minute walk is better than nothing.
As we all know, exercise is another important component of a healthy lifestyle. No matter your current level of fitness, try and get moving today.
Human beings are social creatures, and healthy relationships can therefore increase our happiness and overall psychological well-being.
While remembering and reminiscing about the past has its place, it is important to think ahead in life. We cannot change the past, but we can impact the course of the future.
Another one that may be easier said than done for certain people: get more sleep. Getting enough sleep is important for both our mental and physical health.
Focusing on the future will help you feel more fulfilled, so try to focus on how you can improve in what you're doing and how you can achieve growth.
You might not write a novel or run a marathon today, but try at least to tick something off your ‘to do’ list. You might be surprised by how much more fulfilled you feel.
In order to put your worries into perspective, remind yourself that life is full of troubles and there will never be a time when everything’s perfect. It might sound depressing, but it’s actually quite liberating.
We all have a tendency to get caught up in the business of everyday life, sometimes at the expense of spending time on the things that really matter, such as spending time with loved ones.
Whether we’re aware of it or not, we all have a need to be productive in one way or another. Drifting through life is not satisfactory, and doesn’t make for a good quality of life.
Try and take some time today to spend with friends and family. If you’re unable to see someone in person, picking up the phone is the next best thing.
Even if you don’t come up with all the answers today, try and take at least 10 minutes to consider what you want out of life and what gives you real satisfaction.
Granted this might not be achievable in a day, but it’s important to identify exactly what it is that makes you happy. That way you can go after it.
Just as we feel better when our surroundings are clean, we also feel better when we ourselves are clean. Personal hygiene is hugely important to feeling good, so don’t scrimp on those showers.
We all tend to feel calmer when our surrounding environment is free of chaos. Take some time today to tidy your place, even if it’s only 15 minutes.
There is a lot of information out there about what we should and shouldn’t eat, but there’s no need to overcomplicate things. Aim to consume lots of fruits and veggies, protein, low-calorie carbs, and healthy fats.
It is no great secret that what you eat affects your health, and the healthier you are, the greater your quality of life. There’s nothing stopping you from tidying up that diet today.
When we hear the term "quality of life," many of us think of it as something static that we don't have much control over. We have a tendency to confuse it with "standard of living," which is related directly to wealth and is therefore difficult for many of us to change quickly. Quality of life, by contrast, is not directly related to wealth and can be achieved by forming good habits such as eating well, exercising regularly, and surrounding yourself with the right people.
With this said, check out this gallery for some things you can do today to improve your quality of life.