45 Small Habits That Had A Massive Positive Effect On These People’s Lives

Becoming alcohol free.

Change into my workout clothes AT WORK right before I left to head for the gym.

This removed so many barriers for me.

I stopped going home to change and then being so tired that I'd "sit down for a minute" (nope, I'm in for the night).
So hungry I'd "just grab something" (nope, I'd eat a full meal and you can't exercise after eating and now it's too late and ...)

If I had my gym clothes on, I might as well go to the gym. I only have to do ONE thing. Just one. I'm super tired or super hungry - no problem, just do that one thing and then I can go.

And for me, that one thing always kicked in my gym routine and boom, I did the full thing, focused on my workout so the hunger disappeared until I was done and then it came roaring back but I digress.

If I really was physically too tired, then I either reduced weights and did less reps or kept the weight and reduced reps, but most of the time, no matter how tired I felt - I wasn't physically exhausted, so I did the full routine and then that helped with the stress and "detox" from work and now I'm not as "tired". And the few times that I'd start to work out and do that one thing and be just wiped? Then I knew I was likely getting sick. I would stop at one because that was the deal with myself ... I'd go home and deal with the being sick.

Changing before I left work - made all the difference for me about keeping to my health routine.

I make sure to always have a glass of water next to me. Both on my nightstand and at my desk. It greatly improved how much water I drink and has helped break some unhealthy snacking habits

Put everything ready you need the following morning, before you go to bed

I always, always, start my day with a McDonalds coffee and sitting in my car for like an hour before driving to work.

Probably sounds stupid, but with the app my coffee is only $1.84 after tax, so it’s a great deal and something I can continue to afford even during those tight money times.

No matter the situation, I get to start my day with a positive, something that I enjoy. Because I look forward to that, it also makes getting up easier.

The hour I spend in my car drinking my coffee is spent at the nature reserve on my way to work. I get to watch the wildlife and usually will watch YouTube, set my calendar for the week, go over my itinerary for the day, etc. I basically organize myself for the day. With extra time, I’ll go for a hike on the paths to get in some exercise or I’ll read a book on the benches there.

That hour and that coffee are my favorite time of the day. Some days, I can’t wait to go to bed so I can wake up and have my “me” time. Lol.

Drinking lots of water and eating a banana every day has done wonders for my general mood.

I *get* to instead of I *have* to.

Stretch after waking up

I started actively pre-planning my days. I spend 3-5 minutes before going to bed vividly imagining the things I'm going to the next day, and it's been working wonders for dispelling any internal resistance to doing stuff that's boring or hard, but required.

Whenever I wash my hands, instead of the happy birthday song, I sing “I am grateful for you, I am grateful for you. I am grateful for (insert person I’m grateful for). I am grateful for you.”

Hands are clean and you sneak in some gratitude on the sly.

Going outside and looking at the sunrise and sunset respectively every day

Giving myself the grace to half a*s something. If a task is worth doing it's worth half a*sing.

Keep a full change of cloth at work for emergency use. Split your pants? You're covered. Step in a puddle after parking? You're saved. Trust a fart? It's now an embarrassing, mild inconvenience.

When I get home from work, unless I’m extremely tired I always take 10-20 minutes to straighten up, put dishes or clothes away, sweep if needed, feed pets etc. so I can just relax the rest of the night in a nice tidy place. Also stop at the store after work if needed instead of going home, sitting down and then rushing to do stuff right before bed.

I try to romanticize my mornings since I am not a morning person. Light a candle for myself while getting ready for work, slather myself in lotion, try to take time with myself. Then promise myself something delicious and cozy to drink for my ride.
When I get to work, I pull out my little notebook and write out 5-10 things I love about the day or my life. It’s really helped my stress levels and negative/overthinking

one (1) pushup each day

Making my bed every morning.

Only drink water, fizzy water, and tea. Cutting out all beverages with sugar or calories. Except for the occasional alcoholic beverage with friends.
Good for skin, good for hydration, good for weight.

Also take a sip of water every time you wake up at night. You’ll wake up feeling better and more hydrated.

Bc this is always the follow up question: if you don’t like plain water? You’ll get used to it so just power through, or add in a squeeze of your favorite citrus and/or herbs (mint or lavender mostly). A little apple cider vinegar can also be nice!

I wake up and journal 10 things I’m thankful for, and then meditate for 15 minutes.

It took a long time for me to get to that point (I’m not a morning person) but it’s really helped my mindset. I realized recently I don’t really have negative self talk anymore.

Going outside to water my plants first thing in the morning.

A little walking, a little fresh air, and a little sunshine go very far. (This only works during the summer for my schedule.)