{"id":43684,"date":"2020-06-01T14:06:58","date_gmt":"2020-06-01T14:06:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/?p=43684"},"modified":"2022-03-28T14:32:23","modified_gmt":"2022-03-28T14:32:23","slug":"healthy-habits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/eu\/en\/healthy-habits\/","title":{"rendered":"How Do You Start Healthy Habits?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine trying on a new pair of shoes. It\u2019s uncomfortable at first, but the more you wear them, the better they feel. Sometimes they\u2019ll even form to your foot and become your go-to accessory. Habits act the same way.\u00a0Consistent, daily actions become the fabric of who we are.\u00a0Forming healthy habits creates a pathway to achieving your goals.<\/p>\n<p>Maybe you\u2019re a mum who wants to dedicate more hours to \u201cme\u201d time. Or you work a 9-5 job and want to live an active lifestyle. Perhaps you\u2019ve dreamt of being your own boss. The sky\u2019s the limit, and in 2020 you\u2019re going to reach it! The key is to establishing habits that will take you there.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>How do you start healthy habits?<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Now is the ideal time to implement positive habits. Then, before you know it, you\u2019ll have created a healthy lifestyle. Try these simple tips to make your habits stick!<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Slow your roll\u2014start small<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Just remember, the Sistine Chapel wasn\u2019t built in a day. Lucky for us, forming habits won\u2019t take that long.\u00a0When you create specific goals, they\u2019re easier to obtain and build upon. Start by implementing simple steps each day for a big result.<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Here are a few ideas:<\/strong><\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Listen to a motivational podcast. Whether you\u2019re staying at home, commuting to work or just running errands, hearing others motivate or inspire you can keep your spirits high!<\/li>\n<li>Diffuse each morning. Find a blend that inspires you to conquer the day.<\/li>\n<li>Journal your experience. Recording your daily achievements can help you stay motivated and reach your overall goal!<\/li>\n<li>Stay accountable by sharing your journey. Sometimes motivation comes from outside yourself, so confide in a friend,\u00a0blast your goals on social media, or call your mum after your jogging.<\/li>\n<li>Replace bad habits with good ones<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>While you\u2019re deep-cleaning your bad habits, it\u2019s important to replace them with good ones. Here are some examples:<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Swap tooth-aching candy with tasty, nutritious treats. After a meal, satisfy your taste buds with a handful of dried Wolfberries!<\/li>\n<li>Skip crash-and-burn soda\u2014go for a natural pick-me-up! Sip on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/ningxia-zyng\" class=\"broken_link\">NingXia Zyng\u00ae<\/a>\u2014a refreshing, blackberry-lime flavoured beverage to energise you through daily tasks.<\/li>\n<li>Wellness on the go? Take a superfruit beverage wherever, whenever, with these convenient\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/ningxia-red\" class=\"broken_link\">NingXia Red\u00ae<\/a> single packs!<\/li>\n<li>Cleaning with harsh solutions? We\u2019ve got a swap for that! Reach for products from our\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/thieves-essential-oil\" class=\"broken_link\">Thieves\u00ae<\/a> home care line\u00a0for a sweetly spiced, healthy home.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Cut down on decision making<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Too many decisions in a day can create overwhelming feelings\u2014and no one\u2019s got time for that. Create a plan in advance while your motivation is at an all-time high, so when you hit a lull you simply stick to the plan.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Schedule a fitness class or workout with a friend every week and mark it on the calendar. There\u2019s something special about a group achieving greatness together!<\/li>\n<li><strong>YL tip:<\/strong>\u00a0If you have other goals in mind, invite your friend to work on them with you each week. That way you can treat your goal as a commitment, not a chore.<\/li>\n<li>Stock up on nutrition support. Food supplements are an easy way to boost your health game.\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/en_GB\/products\/omegagize\" class=\"broken_link\">OmegaGize<sup>3\u00ae<\/sup><\/a>, Life 9,\u00a0each come in a convenient one-month supply.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Master meal prep! Dedicate an afternoon to creating at least one meal a day for a week, so you\u2019re fuelled with healthy, on-the-go dishes. Bonus: Less cooking equals more time for yourself!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Reward yourself\u2014you deserve it!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>Changing your lifestyle can be tough\u2014but accomplishing challenging tasks is extremely satisfying and amazing! Reward yourself when you hit a milestone with any of these options.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Make time for self-care\u2014even a long indulgent bath\u00a0can be rewarding.<\/li>\n<li>Say it loudly that you did a good job and be proud of it.<\/li>\n<li>Share your achievements with your friends to inspire them. It can be really rewarding if they go after their goals!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><strong>Forgive yourself and start again<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>There may be times when you find yourself off the path to success. It\u2019s ok\u2014that\u2019s what U-turns are for. Give yourself space to reflect and get back at it.<\/p>\n<h2><strong>Try these tips to get back on track!<\/strong><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Ask for help. Talking through your goals and getting an outside perspective from a friend can reset your mindset.<\/li>\n<li>Be your biggest fan! Write down positive affirmations and post them in plain sight for a motivating boost.<\/li>\n<li>Write down your why. With the hustle and bustle of life, it\u2019s easy to lose sight of our \u201cwhy.\u201d Write it down and really see it! It works wonders!<\/li>\n<li>It\u2019s time to lace up your shoes and get to work. Imagine how accomplished you\u2019ll feel when you reach your destination!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine trying on a new pair of shoes. It\u2019s uncomfortable at first, but the more you wear them, the better they feel. Sometimes they\u2019ll even form to your foot and become your go-to accessory. 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