5 Things to Leave Behind in 2019
2020 is coming up quickly. I’m talking a matter of weeks. Whether you’re team New Years Resolutions or not, I think most of us can agree that there are just some things we can let go of after this year. Maybe you’re thinking of old socks or cigarettes or baby weight right now, but I have some other ideas for you. Alright, on to the 5 things we can all leave behind in 2019.
Fear of Change. Sometimes we get so stuck in our habits and patterns that we forget to live a little so when we’re presented with new opportunities, we’re filled with fear because deep down we know it will pull us out of the cozy, comfortable cocoon we’ve created for ourselves. Say yes to a few things that scare you and don’t be afraid to evolve.
The belief that you’re a small fish in a big sea and what you do won’t make a big enough impact to matter. Whether it’s holding off on making a donation to charity because it’s not a huge amount of money or still using plastic bags instead of a re-useable tote at the grocery store, know that little changes do make a great impact in the long run. What is something you know you should be doing, but keep pushing it off thinking it won’t really matter all too much? Pick one cause you want to help with intention in 2020 to make a positive change and do some research into it. I’m almost certain you’ll be reassured that your effort will make a difference for our planet.
Spend more time strolling than scrolling. If there’s something you’ve been wanting to do all year, but find yourself saying you don’t have enough time, peek into your stats on Screentime (in the settings on iPhones) or download the Moment app. Either one will tell you how much time you spent on your phone each day. Can you use that time more efficiently in 2020 to try you’ve always wanted to do? 5 hours a week walking outside is may feel a lot better than 5 hours on Instagram. You decide how your precious time is spent!
Shame and Blame. Forgive who and what didn’t serve you in 2019 (maybe it’s yourself) and do your very best to release any remaining shame and blame. Put actual effort into forgiving yourself/them until you believe it. If you find this hard, you can try writing them a letter (whether you send it or not), wishing or praying goodness on them every time you think about it/them and picking out 1 positive thing about the person or thing everytime a negative thought pops up. The same goes for forgiving yourself. 2020 will be a better year when you leave the old baggage behind.
Focusing on your problems. Instead, let 2020 be the year you focus on solutions. When issues arrive, instead of calling up everyone in your inner circle to rant, ask yourself what you can do to arrive at a solution. If you can’t control it, leave it behind in 2019.
So, what are you ready to leave behind in the new year?
