Are you ready to welcome the new year? Try to break these 10 bad habits first for a happy and successful 2025.
“Stop being a loser with New Year’s goals.”
Raise your hand if this is you: You start the new year with the utmost enthusiasm, ready to be a morning person from day one, but by mid-February you’re the kind of person who crawls out of bed in the afternoon while your New Year’s resolutions are crying in the corner. Okay, you can put your hands up now.
Why is that? Why can’t we keep our New Year’s resolutions until the end? It’s definitely not because we didn’t start off on a high note. No one doesn’t feel their best at the beginning of a new year.
The problem is lack of preparation. If you want the coming new year to be a good one, you have to prepare in advance, starting with changing your habits.
10 Bad Habits You Should Kick Before 2025
1. Drinking too much coffee
I understand what it’s like to be dependent on caffeine 24/7. You might tell yourself that it’s your habit and that it’s pretty cool to have a secret weapon that turns you into Wonder Woman, but think about the tremors when you can’t drink coffee and the disrupted sleep because you’ve had about 5 cups of coffee throughout the day.
Your body doesn’t like caffeine, and you might argue that your mind does, but I can tell you that’s not the case. Consuming too much caffeine is often associated with an increased heart rate, palpitations, and increased anxiety or nervousness. Drinking too much caffeine can also cause digestive problems, such as acid reflux and stomach ulcers. The more you drink, the more caffeine your brain needs to get the same stimulating effects. Moderation is the key to avoiding these problems. Reduce your dependence on coffee by finding healthier alternatives (herbal teas, chai tea, juices,ยูฟ่าเบท and fruit smoothies).
2. Use your mobile phone immediately after waking up.
You may be someone who isn’t very comfortable using your phone, but you still have the habit of reaching for it as soon as you wake up. Maybe it’s because we rely too much on our phones to stay in touch with friends or get work updates. But all that doesn’t make looking at your screen the first thing you do in the morning the right thing to do. It’s dangerous, unnecessary, and a habit that needs to be broken before the new year.
Instead of reaching for your phone, stretch out in bed, open the curtains, and grab a glass of warm water. Start your day on track with your New Year’s resolutions. If you can resist reaching for your phone while still groggy, you’ll be well on your way to building a great morning habit in 2025.
3. Nail biting and other nervous habits
The behaviors that trigger nervousness vary from person to person, but they often involve repetitive behaviors or actions that provide comfort or help us relax during stressful or anxious times. Breaking these behaviors can be difficult, but necessary, to make way for healthy stress-management habits in 2025.
4. Sitting still all day
Some of you work from home, so you know how difficult it can be to exercise when you have the option of staying in bed all day. Even if you try to exercise regularly, it’s not enough to make up for the fact that you haven’t moved much throughout the day, so you don’t want to start 2025 with the same energy, so I’d like to suggest making some changes to your routine, which is great for getting your body moving. So, here’s a few suggestions:
- Stretch a little after waking up.
- Go for a walk, even if it’s just a short distance.
- Aim to walk at least 5,000 steps per day.
- Do more housework
- Meet up with friends on the weekend
- Spend time with nature
- Exercise 4-5 times a week.
- Avoid lying in bed unless you need to rest or go to sleep.
- When working at a desk, take frequent breaks to stretch and walk around.
5. Eating late at night
Maybe you want to get fit, build muscle, or just eat better to feel better. I won’t ask you to jumpstart those habits right away, as I’m sure many people would love to enjoy holiday foods, but why not try scheduling your meals a bit? Eating at irregular times can interfere with digestion, blood sugar control, and nutrient absorption, which can lead to weight gain, insomnia, and long-term health effects.
For optimal health and well-being, establish a meal schedule that fits your daily routine and circadian rhythm. Eat breakfast before 9 a.m., lunch before 2 p.m., and dinner before 8 p.m. Snack at set times, and cut out late-night snacking. By adjusting your meal schedule in advance, you’ll find it easier to make healthy eating habits a reality in the new year.
6. Irregular bedtime
Irregular bedtimes are a common cause of morning irritability, fatigue, and feeling tired throughout the day. Ask anyone who goes to bed at the same time, and they’ll tell you that their routine has gotten easier because of this simple habit. You don’t have to go to bed at the exact same time, but you should leave it a half hour later. But you shouldn’t go to bed at 10 p.m. one night and sleep at 2 a.m. the next. That’s cruel to your body and mind. Adjust your bedtime gradually, starting today, to match the time you chose before the new year. Then, you’ll be able to wake up at the same time every morning and stay consistent with your routine in 2025.
7. Not drinking enough water
Drinking enough water is one of the most popular New Year’s resolutions, and for good reason. Water is essential for every functioning of your body, and it can also help with mental health. For anyone looking to sparkle in the new year, drinking 8-10 glasses of water a day is a must-have. If water isn’t a priority for you this year, it’s not too late to start. Aim to drink 8 glasses of water a day starting tomorrow, and gradually increase the amount until 2025.
8. Using the screen too much
Too much screen time, mindlessness, and avoidance of the real world. Need I say more? I’m grateful to live in an era where I can watch TV shows, listen to music , and chat with friends through tiny, magical screens. But I also know that screen time can be a negative thing when used too much. Binge-watching series, mindlessly scrolling through social media, and chatting with friends for long periods of time can lead to a mindless lifestyle. These screen habits make it difficult to prioritize self-care or make time for hobbies, and they reduce the amount of human interaction I have with people in real life.
I lose awareness of the outside world on days when I binge-watch series. It feels good in the moment, but it soon starts to take a toll on my mental health. On the other hand, sitting down to read a favorite book makes me feel more connected to the present, and that says a lot. Take control of your screen time by setting a time limit and cutting back on screen time to make more room for mindfulness in the New Year.
9. Not managing stress and anxiety
It’s hard to avoid stress and anxiety altogether. You may be doing everything right, but some things still don’t go your way. This can lead to negative thoughts and low moods. But choosing to do nothing about stress is unfair to your mind. If you have a hard time getting stressed and anxious, even about things you can’t control, you can take the time to gently manage these emotions. First, identify and address the sources of stress in your life. Maybe social media is draining you, or someone else is not a good match for your mental energy. Try to avoid these triggers and protect your inner peace.
10. Disorganization
Don’t let your cleaning plans push through to the new year. You don’t want to start a new chapter of your life with a cluttered closet and a messy desk. Whether it’s a month or a day before 2025, now is the time to stop being a mess. Start by organizing a small area of your room, like a drawer or part of a closet, then work your way up to a larger area. Donate items you don’t plan on using next year. Donate items you can use and throw away clutter. Organize your shelves, closet, fridge, folders, and documents, and spend an hour organizing your digital devices.