In this post, we are going to talk about things to say no in this new year for a better life. There are so many things we do in our day-to-day life which are not good for us as well as for our mental health. Among them are some of our practices or bad habits which we can improve but still aren’t able to improve. The new year has begun and in this new year along with focusing and working on our new goals, we should also say goodbye to things that are blocking our personal growth.

8 Things To Say No For A Better Life

Bad habits bring us struggle and sometimes can take a toll on our health, mental well-being, and productivity. Sometimes saying no to the following 8 things that can be acceptable for a better life, may be challenging, but their outcomes far outweigh. The below points will show you how you can have a better life by quitting 8 things for your own good.

1. Say No To Negative Self-talk

In order to have a determined, blessed and meaningful life, it’s important to have a positive outlook towards life. When we face a difficult situation it is common for us to get afraid, lose confidence, and turn our minds to negative self-talk.

Negative self-talk creates the feeling of self-doubt, FOMO ( the fear of missing out ), and limits you from believing in yourself. It takes over your self-confidence and pares your capability to make positive changes in your life.

Negative self-talk can often also develop the fear of failure. Therefore, for a healthy body, it is essential to have a healthy mind and for a healthy mind, it is crucial to get rid of negative thoughts. Any kind of negativity can be overpowered with patience, by positive thinking and motivating yourself.

2. Say No To Comparing Yourself  To Others

Sometimes, it’s easy to get caught up in comparing yourself to others while struggling. But, if you feel like you are constantly comparing yourself to others, it is time for a change. It is important to comprehend and accept that everyone is doing the best they can, with what they have. So, rather than comparing yourself to others, be productive with what you have and make the most of it for a better life.

3. Say No To Resistance To Change

Great Greek philosopher sir Heraclitus said that change is the only constant in life. Sometimes it gets hard to accept the reality. Resistance to change is a natural response to any change in our surroundings. But, to live a normal life we must embrace what the universe is sending us and accept what’s happening in our life. We must always live in the present and adopt every change in life.

4. Say No To Dwelling On Past

Dwelling on the past can really make your life miserable. Often we are either enthralled in precious or torturous memories of the past. The past is gone. Take the past as a lesson and try to live in the present.

Never fall in the clutches of the past, forget it and move on. Living in the present is the only principle of living an effective and wonderful life. We must live in present and enjoy each and every moment of the present without worrying about the past and the future.

5. Say No To Procrastination

Procrastination is one of the most common conditions that cause self-harm. Procrastinating can stop you from achieving significant daily tasks. It can be a huge barrier to success. In order to overcome the barriers of procrastination, you need to know exactly what you are working on.

Life Planner Diary

The first thing is to recharge yourself before starting your work. Create a list of all the things you are working on. You can use this list to keep track of your progress, and it will help you figure out what you have accomplished and what you need to do. Boost the willpower to do the work and think about the good result that will be obtained after the completion of this work.

6. Say No To Expecting To Be Perfect

Nobody is perfect or can be perfect in this world. Expecting yourself or someone to be perfect can cause a lot of problems in life. We are all human, we make mistakes, we learn, and we grow and advance in life, that’s life.

Instead of perfection, we must learn to be better and adapt to changes in life to be happy in life. So, accept yourself and people the way they are, neither think of making yourself perfect nor expect others to be perfect in any situation.

7. Say No To Toxic People

Toxic people are a burden on our existence. They are the ones who say and do nasty things that make our life exponentially worse. They make you feel like you are not good enough and make your life a living hell.

Toxic people are very hard to please. They are people who are draining and exhausting to be around. Such people do not contribute to the good of others but keep nagging. These people have a negative impact on our mental health. Instead of feeling guilty or worrying about them, it is important to say no to toxic people and keep your distance from them for your own well-being.

8. Say No To Unhealthy Lifestyle

An unhealthy lifestyle and wrong eating habits have a very bad influence on our bodies. It is the number one reason for illness and health problems. It can give promote diseases like obesity, type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, and even cancer.

We could easily say no to an unhealthy lifestyle by adopting suitable changes in our lifestyle. Take command over your life, set goals for yourself, build healthy eating habits, be physically more active, practice meditation, yoga, get a good sleep of 7 to 8 hours, never skip breakfast, stay hydrated, reduce screen time, stay away from alcohol and smoking. These are some ways you can incorporate in order to have a healthy lifestyle.

Just as good habits make you, bad habits can break you. So learn to stay no to these 8 habits that disrupt your life and prevent you from accomplishing your goals.

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