Try Something New for 30 Days
Are you stuck in a rut? Maybe a smidge jealous of your friend who is always up for trying something new or looking for her next adventure? Has life become a little predictable with the same routine day after day?
Then it’s time to change things up! It’s time to try something new! In fact, it’s time to try a whole bunch of new things!
Challenge yourself to spend the next 30 days doing something new each and every day! And here are 30 days of ideas – in case you get stuck!
- Day 1: Try a vegan recipe today.
- Day 2: Engage in a new form of exercise today.
- Always do yoga? Try going for a bike ride. If cardio is your go-to, then why not pick up some weights?
- Day 3: Drink more water today.
- If you’ve gotten out of the habit of drinking water, today is the day to bring it back.
- Day 4: Start a vacation savings account.
- If you’re dreaming of some time away – maybe someplace exotic – then start saving for it!
- Day 5: Speak with three new people today.
- A simple hello to a stranger counts!
- Day 6: Get up 15 minutes early today.
- Use the time to prepare for your day or read – or whatever you like!
- Day 7: Find a new hobby.
- Whatever it may be – from knitting to gaming to geocaching – just give a new hobby a whirl!
- Day 8: Learn to meditate.
- There are apps that can help
- Day 9: Spend the day smiling more.
- Smiling is contagious – so you just might make it a better day for everyone.
- Day 10: Create a mantra or affirmation for yourself.
- Use it as a means to pick yourself up when you experience a setback.
- Day 11: Spend the entire day WITHOUT social media.
- Yes, delete those apps for the day and see how much time you get back in your day.
- Day 12: Declutter one area in your home that you’ve been putting off.
- Whether it’s a closet or the junk drawer – get that clutter under control.
- Day 13: Eat at a new restaurant.
- Is there someplace you’ve been wanting to try? Today’s the day!
- Day 14: Create a budget.
- You’ve probably thought about doing this, but have you done it yet?
- Day 15: Learn a foreign language.
- Even a few basic phrases can go a long way to help you establish a connection with someone.
- Day 16: Start a gratitude journal.
- It’s a great way to see the big and small things you are thankful for!
- Day 17: Have a game night.
- Grab a board game and gather family or friends around the table to play a game and share some laughs.
- Day 18: Explore someplace new.
- You don’t have to travel far – just find someplace new to explore. A park, museum, or hiking trail are all great options.
- Day 19: Volunteer.
- Find an organization that could use some help and give of your time or talents.
- Day 20: Go the entire day without complaining.
- Day 21: Read a book.
- Whether you like fiction or a good autobiography, carve out some time to read.
- Day 22: Go see live music.
- Day 23: Get a massage.
- A little pampering is good for everyone!
- Day 24: Rearrange the furniture in one room in your apartment.
- You might be surprised by how much you like it!
- Day 25: Send a friend or family member a letter letting them know how much they’re appreciated.
- Day 26: Buy lunch for a stranger.
- Day 27: Don’t watch television today.
- Keep it turned off for 24 hours.
- Day 28: Watch a classic movie this evening.
- Day 29: Head to bed 30 minutes earlier than normal and listen to a sleep meditation.
- Day 30: Attend a community event.
- It can be anything from a festival to a play to a high school athletic event.
Trying something new can open the door to other new experiences! Use these 30 ideas to get you started!
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