Happy New Year! Now is the the time for making all those resolutions that are so frustrating and hard to keep. Why do we do this to ourselves year after year? What if we approached this new year with a different mindset? What if we start 2023 by looking at ourselves in the mirror and saying, “Hey, you’re doing just fine.”
Our culture tells us that if we invest in this diet plan, have a perfectly styled home, update our wardrobe, or try this anti-aging serum, that we will be satisfied and fulfilled. Clever marketing and social media have really done a great job convincing us that the next new thing is all we need to make us happy. What if this year we just said no to all that?
This year make a shift in your mindset. Re-evaluate what is important and don’t seek out new things to bring you joy. Are there small revisions you can make in your daily routine? Are there ways you can start making better use of what you have? Take time this year to refine who you are, not reinvent who you are.
When you sit back and reflect on the things that truly bring you joy, what comes to mind? Most often it will be memories of people and places, not things. It may even be the satisfaction you felt when you straightened your pantry or cleaned out your closet! Creating order and peace in our homes is something we all strive for, it reduces stress and makes our home a place of refuge.
As this new year begins make a list the things you love about yourself, your home, and your relationships. Take inventory of what you have. Often our desire for “more” and problems with our self-esteem come when we start comparing ourselves to others. Don’t let comparison be the thief of your joy! Evaluate what you truly desire for your life. It’s probably not new things, but it might be new routines, more calm, and less chaos. Set reasonable expectations for yourself and know there are people around you that can assist you along the way. Our company is called Help You Dwell for a reason. We are here to help you find peace and order with the things you have. We would love to cheer you on, help you with overwhelming tasks, and remind you, “Hey, you’re doing just fine.”
Reach out and let us know how we can help you.
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