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  • 7 ways to be kind to yourself this year

    AIA Vitality NZ - 4.5 min read

    30 November 2019

    Better Lives with AIA VitalityBetter Lives with AIA Vitality

    Permission to schedule some me time.

    Permission to schedule some me time.

    The predicament with most new year's resolutions is that somewhere along the line, we end up beating ourselves up when we break them.

    Which is why we've come up with seven ways to be kind to yourself this year.

    Think of them as guidelines. You won't always stick to them, but try as often as you can. Because by being kind to ourselves, we actually create the mental (and often physical) space we need to create good change in our lives.

    Stick these on a wall somewhere, or have the list propped up somewhere visible. Kindness towards ourselves, unfortunately, doesn't always come naturally. So use these as prompts, and kick off a new and generous year.

    1. Recognise when you need downtime

    With terms like 'slobbing out' or being a 'couch potato' flung around regularly, it's no surprise that we can feel a degree of shame when it comes to relaxing.

    Here's the permission you need: your body and brain require active and passive rest. So do all the things that make you feel calm (active rest). Depending on your personality, that could be reading a book, or it could be watching a YouTube tutorial.

    And then, do the things that make you switch off completely (passive rest). Watch The Fast and the Furious. Spread out on the sofa and chill with the knowledge that you need this rest as much as you need your walk to work, or your session at the gym.

    2. Change the way you speak to yourself

    Every self-help book worth its salt will touch on this, and that's because we're so bad at it. Repeat the sentence, 'Would you talk to your best friend that way?', until you're acutely aware of the kind of dialogue you're having with yourself. The chances are, you'll need to adjust it.

    Start congratulating yourself on tiny wins. Recognise the things you've done each day, every day. Whether that's getting to work on time, making a healthy choice for lunch, or complimenting a friend on their choice of shirt. Develop a mantra if that helps; 'I'm doing the best I can, and that's all that matters.'

    3. Schedule in some alone time

    This tip will depend on your personality type. If you're the kind of person who gets their energy from the company of others, then ignore this advice. If, however, you're the type of person that needs alone time to decompress and re-charge, then make sure you actually schedule this in.

    If you have a partner, housemate, or a busy workplace, this activity often gets pushed to the wayside and you end up frazzled and stressed. Take Saturday morning, Sunday night, or Tuesday afternoon to be with just you. Put your favourite music on, enjoy your space, have a think (or don't think), and enjoy time spent alone so you can also enjoy time spent with others.

    4. Listen to your body

    Paying attention to your body is so important for knowing when it needs some TLC. Each body is different and each person has their limits when it comes to pushing our bodies physically and mentally, so listening to the cues your body gives you is crucial to figuring out what yours are. Headaches, aches and pains, feeling fatigued, feeling down - all these are symptoms to be listened to and taken care of. Start noticing and nurturing.

    5. Get more animal time in your life

    Lots of studies show the benefit of pets. They can help us to feel calm, less lonely, and more affectionate. If you're financially and time-able to adopt a pet, that's amazing. If not, take a friend's dog for a walk or make an excuse to go around for a cup of tea so you can pat their cat. Alternatively, visit a cat cafe or sign up to a dog walking service.

    6. Laugh more

    So obvious, but do we actively seek out the LOLs? Laughing is truly the best tonic. Watch that funny film, go to a comedy show or hang out with friends and family who give you the giggles. Laughing all your way to good health is a great idea. Plus, you'll have an enjoyable time along the way.

    Make your#onechange

    Write out these prompts and keep them somewhere visible.

    7. Create a support network just for you

    Feeling lonely has detrimental impacts on your health. That doesn't mean everyone who is living alone or is single needs to purchase Tinder Gold. Regardless of whether you're in a partnership or not, creating a sound support system for yourself can ensure you don't feel alone when it comes to making decisions or getting some emotional support.

    Your network could include one or two good friends that you're comfortable discussing heavier things with. It could include a relative - a parent, or an aunt, or a cousin - who knows your familial situation. It could be a therapist.

    Another good option is to find a group of people who share similar interests with you, where issues affecting you will naturally come up in conversation. This could be a community group - a reading club where book talk is interspersed with social events, or a gardening meet up - or it could be online. Lots of lifestyle blogs and websites will have a community of commenters (either on their site or their social pages). Find one that suits your interests, get reading the comments, and once you're comfortable, get involved in the discussion.


    By AIA Vitality NZ
    AIA Vitality Staff writer

    AIA Vitality is a personalised, health and wellbeing programme that supports you every day to make healthier lifestyle choices. Visit aiavitality.co.nz

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    The information in this article is general information only and is not intended as financial, medical, health, nutritional, tax or other advice. It does not take into account any individual’s personal situation or needs. You should consider obtaining professional advice from a financial adviser and/or tax specialist, or medical or health practitioner, in relation to your own circumstances and before acting on this information.


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