Here’s a list of ideas that might get your brain thinking. I really want you to find something that resonates with you. Every year is different and we all go through different seasons throughout the years and I think it’s super important to commit to something that feels aligned with you TODAY. Only you know what that feels like and only you know what you’re capable of.

Just pick one thing and stick with it. Keep track of it using your own calendar and that’s it. Don’t overcomplicate it. BUT make sure it’s attainable!!

Once you’ve picked one - stick to it, but also really pay attention to how you feel throughout your journey. At first it may be challenging, but as time goes on - it will start to feel more like your routine/way of life.

**PS: You don’t have to do it for 6 months, you can always try it for 3 months and then if you’re over it and wanting change - honor that and choose something else.

#1. Drink a minimum of 64 ounces of water each day. Water is important and we all know it is but somehow we still don’t drink enough. 64 ounces may either feel too much or too little for your commitment - so make sure you gauge accordingly, but also be sure to give yourself a challenge. Our bodies need water and you might notice a difference in your skin and overall your entire body. Look forward to that glass of water and slow down with it - it can be a really great reset.

#2. Eat an apple every day after dinner. If you’re someone that craves something sweet or a glass of wine after dinner, try swapping it for an apple instead.

#3. Sweat for a minimum of 10 minutes each day. This was my goal! We’ve all got 10 minutes to spare even if you have little ones or are super busy. Just set a timer, do 5 different exercises 12 reps each and see how many rounds you can get in 10 minutes. It really can be that simple. It may even motivate you to do an additional 10 minutes!

#4. Walk/Run a mile every single day. Sometimes we just need to run it out and get some fresh air. Doing this every day may be a game changer for your mental health, too! If you’re not a fan of running, but you want to give this one a try - it may actually help you start to enjoy it since it’s only one mile. I challenge you!!

#5. Swap your regular afternoon cup of coffee for a hot cup of herbal tea. We tend to feel that a cup of coffee in the afternoon is helpful, but it really isn’t. It makes us actually feel worse. Try seeing how you feel with a hot cup of tea instead. I think it’s rather calming and makes my belly feel more settled especially after lunch.

#6. Do a brain dump (journal your thoughts/fears/ideas etc.) before bed for a minimum of 5 minutes every day. Us women, we have a ton of mental tabs open in our brains and sometimes it can feel all too much. Try brain dumping, preferably with pen and paper and see how you feel. You might notice a difference in your quality of sleep, too!

#7. Do a 7 minute yoga session every morning before you start your day. Shake off the sleepy dust and get some blood flowing - even before your morning coffee! There’s all kinds of free yoga classes on Youtube or you can just do your own flow. If doing your own flow is something you’d like to explore, I’d highly recommend the book Journey Into Power by Barone Baptiste.

#8. Read 5 pages of a book every night in bed. Books are extraordinary for our minds and can make us feel just a little more grounded at the end of the day. Slowing down with a book can be just the thing you need to feeling more like yourself these days!

I hope this post helps you brainstorm some ideas and gets some of your creative juices flowing.

Sometimes doing one thing like this can help you feel better as we start a new year and even maybe help welcome more discipline into your life if that is something you struggle with.

And if you do want to lose weight or get stronger in your workouts, I think it’s super helpful to redirect your focus and your goals to something more doable rather than, “I want to lose 20 lbs by this date”.

8 Ideas For Your 6 Month Commitment