5 Lazy Ways to Improve Yourself this New Year
You’ve heard of these before, but this is the easiest, laziest way to get started.
If you’re anything like me, you prefer to use the lowest amount of effort (and money!) possible when taking on something new. Some may think this is silly, because if it’s truly something good for you, then it’s an investment in yourself.
Humans function differently from one another, with various starting points and motivations. Although something was worth it for millions of people, there’s no way for me to know it is really going to be for me.
This is for the dip-your-toes in folks that aren’t interested in falling victim to the sunk cost fallacy, because these cost nothing at the start and are easy to drop. No premium package classes or long seminars. You do it on your own, no judgement, and evaluate if it deserves more attention and money.
Learn a skill.
Maybe you feel the need to brush up on your writing skills before starting your new blog. The last book you read was Wuthering Heights in high school and you’re not in the best position to spend 1 hour driving into the city for that 6-week non-refundable writing workshop. There’s the long way and the lazy way.
The Lazy Way: Skillshare. Even through a mobile device, it’s easy: open, watch, apply, and learn. After the trial, it’s $12/month. (right now it’s 99 cents/3 months.)
Start meditating.
Here’s a fact that will be very hard for me to swallow: meditation isn’t for everyone. I may feel like it is, but that’s really up to the person trying it. For some people, it doesn’t make sense to go order a book on the subject or search for the perfect guided video online. For those people, I encourage them to download this and hit play. Easy enough, right?
The Lazy Way: Headspace. I can’t say enough good things about it. The introduction pack is free, then $13/month after that.
Locate your expenses.
My boyfriend and I were spending an embarrassing amount of money on eating at restaurants. I wouldn’t say it was above average than most couples, but it was way above where we wanted to be. It so happened that the cheapest, most lazy way of monitoring expenses helped us reduce our food expenses by 25%.
The Lazy Way: Mint. Free ❤
Try journaling.
This year I discovered people take journaling very, very seriously. I think it’s because it’s so calculated and creative, yet somehow enjoyable. Most folks can only identify with one of those first two, so having it all come together whilst being reflective and helping you process everything is kind of freeing from any previous ideas you had of yourself. Clearly Einstein, Hemingway, and Maya Angelou knew what they were doing. I’m also pretty sure they didn’t pay $5 for a note app.
The Lazy Way: Paper and pencil. Your native note app will do the job too. Free ❤
Listen to a podcast.
Many of us are already in a position where we already spend at least an hour commuting. Whether you’re in your car or on a train, your ears deserve entertainment to get you through this time. Luckily, there’s a podcast for everyone. Need some motivation to fuel your ideas? “The GaryVee Audio Experience” hosted by Gary Vaynerchuk is perfect for you. Looking to improve your creative freelancing business? “The Futur” is the recommendation for you. Curious about current scientific topics while also enjoying a laugh? “StarTalk Radio” hosted by Neil deGrasse Tyson will blow your mind. Can’t find the perfect listen? “TED Radio Hour” is what you need, as you can sift for the perfect TED topic for you.
The Lazy Way: Most of these can be found on iTunes or Spotify. Free ❤
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