The start of a new year can unveil a mixed bag of emotions for many people.
While some are excited at the prospect of a fresh beginning to set themselves up for a better year than last, others struggle with financial strain following Christmas, loneliness of partners returning to work and back-to-school anxiety.
Sometimes the smallest changes can bring about the best outcomes for your mental health and wellbeing.
Bottled up emotions tend to explode like a bad batch of ginger beer. Instead of letting problems simmer, talk them through with someone you can trust. Often we feel a situation is ‘all on us’, yet, talking to a friend, colleague or partner may present a solution you hadn’t considered. As they say, a problem shared is a problem halved.
Choose a list of things that make you happy and schedule them into your lifestyle, as if they are just as important as other tasks, because they are! It could be a weekly bath, a weekly walk on the beach, a monthly massage or time daily to read a book. Clarity through relaxation will help you to tackle life’s bigger issues.
If you are struggling financially, seeking the help of a budget guru may help you to get your bank balance back on track. Often this stems from setting achievable goals and brainstorming solutions to help you cut back on unnecessary items while you get your bills under control.
The new year does not have to be a brand new you straight away.
These things take time.
If you find yourself not making progress over time, consider reaching out to a mental health professional to arm you with the tools you need to unlock your potential.
