See 8 Little Things That Can Spark-Off Your 2017

The year 2017 is here with us. Its a year projected to be very eventful. A fresh new page has been opened for us and most of us see January as when we make our New Year’s resolutions and set goals that are sky-high.

Instead of adding more stress to your life by making a litany of huge goals to accomplish this year, why not start off with 8 small things you can do to give you a feeling of instant success?

 Here are some suggestions to get you started in 2017:

1. Add a little spirituality to your daily life: Have a vibrant devotional life. Say your prayers always. Stay connected to your maker this year like never before. Create a new tradition for celebrating birthdays or anniversaries.  Keep a daily journal. Be on the lookout for the beauty of nature, and stop to appreciate it wherever you find it.

2. Take a look at your physical environment:  Are there papers and receipts you need to file or throw away? Take just 10 minutes a day for the next five days to work on straightening up your paperwork. You’ll be amazed at what you can accomplish in such a short time!

3. Tell one person that you love them each week: It’s too easy to forget to tell people that we care about them. This year, make it a special promise to yourself that you’ll tell at least one person, each week, that you love them and that you’re grateful to have them in your life.

4. Nuture a plant/plant a tree: Not only will you be creating better air quality for your home or office, but nurturing a plant can help you emotionally as well. While you’re at it, buy a nice pot to plant it in, and place your new plant somewhere where it will give you joy.

5. Spend time with your best friend: A one-hour lunch, a movie, a walk in the park … it doesn’t matter what you do together, as long as you spend time with each other. Not only will you get a sense of companionship and love, but you’ll be going a long way towards stress relief. Don’t have a best friend nearby? Get yourself to classes or events around topics that excite you and find yourself a new best friend!

6. Buy a new bed pillow:Too many of us have old pillows on our beds that don’t support our necks properly as we sleep. It doesn't cost much to get a new pillow, you can find a huge selection of pillows at most department stores. And, you can keep your old pillow to add firmness and support when you’re reading in bed.

7. Take a television break: One night a week, choose to have a “no television” night. Read a book. Work on a craft project. Play a game. Write a story. Take a walk. Involve your family and friends to come up with creative and fun things you can do on your “no television” night.

8. Find out what your blood pressure says: Many shopping centers have blood pressure machines you can use for free. Better still, you could walk into a pharmacy shop close-by and get your blood pressure checked. Very important!

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