New Year wellness bucket list

People lead busy lives. The hustle and bustle of daily life can cause our health and well-being to take a backseat. However, setting aside time to improve your physical and mental health can go a long way to enhance your quality of life, which in turn can make you more productive and happier.

Be healthy and happy in 2023. We’ve compiled 23 must-do wellness activities that can easily blend into your daily routine that’ll have you feeling your very best this year. Resolve to complete as many of these items on your wellness bucket list as you can. Read down the list and see which ones you have already achieved and share with us some of your favorite wellness activities that we did not mention.

1. Invest in a standing desk

2. Try an ergonomic mouse, keyboard, and chair

3. Visit a salt float room

4. Drink a cup of tea

5. Add greenery to your workspace

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6. Go outside 30 minutes a day

7. Try a meditation app

8. Write in a journal

9. Take a yoga, tai chi, or Pilates class

10. Start a home garden

11. Declutter your workspace

12. Pet an animal

13. Give a friend a hug

14. Give a compliment

15. Wear super soft socks

16. Use a smartwatch to track activity

17. Floss your teeth after lunch

18. Try blue light glasses

19. Unplug thirty minutes before bed

20. Brush your teeth for two minutes

21. Invest in your future health with preventative care visits

22. Plan for 8 hours of sleep

23. Take 5 deep breaths

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Add two of your own!

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Bonus content

Have you not been feeling like yourself lately? You’re not alone, this time of year, many people experience a classic case of seasonal affective disorder – commonly referred to as SAD. What are the culprits behind recent mood changes and low energy levels? Those would be the early sunsets and winter weather much of the country experiences at this time of year.

Now that the problem has been identified, what is the solution to cure your SAD? We went looking for answers from the Beam team and here’s what they have found to work well.

Find a ritual

Listen to a certain podcast as you begin your day. Go for a walk on your lunch. Put on your favorite music while you cook dinner in the evening. Choosing specific activities that bring joy can help maintain a regular schedule and more importantly, alleviate symptoms of SAD.

Breathe in the fresh air

Whether you’re in the office or working from home, make sure to take mini breaks throughout your day to get outside. Just a few minutes of outdoor activity can improve your self-esteem. So, bundle up and get out and about.

Write down your thoughts

Journaling can have a positive effect on your mood. Prior to going to bed, write down how you feel, your thoughts, and concerns. Putting your feelings to paper may help identify what’s causing your sadness and lift your mood.

References

¹ The Spruce Citation (accessed January 9, 2023)

² Hopkins MedicineCitation (accessed January 9, 2023)

³ Medical News TodayCitation (accessed January 9, 2023)