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I normally write a “New Years Resolutions” post shortly after January 1st, but this year, I decided to be a little more forgiving. After all, is there really only one specific time to start anew? Whether you’re looking after your health, removing toxicity from your life or simply taking up a new hobby, I’m down for making a change when it suits you – not when the calendar flips over.
So, if you’re like me and realized that January came and went and you haven’t crossed anything off your list, I’m here with a few inspiring ideas to get you started! The best part? You can enter to win a $100 Costco Cash Card at the end of this post!
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How will you take care of yourself in 2019? One lucky reader will win a $100 Costco Cash Card! Simply fill the form below with your qualifying entries. Good luck!
Joy…..where ever you may find it. A simple walk, a laugh with your family Ora magical vacation. Find the simple things that make you smile.
Im starting my resolutions in March … Right now I’m enjoying the rest of my mat leave before having to go back in March 😔.
Positive thinking and appreciating what I have.
In the words of my late Grandfather, “I’m going to get as much enjoyment out of this old world as I can.” ❤️
i signed up to a gym, and it doesnt open till march.. The wait it killing me. to get on a tread mill.
Simply getting more sleep & taking my vitamins along with exercise and plenty of water. Picking up a book and getting lost in it will help my mind as well.
Packing healthier lunches for work.
Meal prepping ahead of time so weeknights are a little more enjoyable :)
Exercising more, eating more fruits and vegetables.
Learning to say no to others.
I just bought a pool membership – aquafit 5 days a week for me.
Trying to eat better for sure. Cutting back in the junk I dont need to eat.
This year I am focusing on doing the things that make me happy. Thanks!
I WILL EAT HEALTHIER AND GO FOR LONGER WALKS.
Drinking more water and stressing less.
Eat healthier, drink more water and get out to exercise more.
Embracing the sentiment in Kenny Chesney’s remake Build A Better Boat.
This year my focus is on doing things that bring me joy, and also trying to find the joy in the things that ordinarily I hate (like laundry! But – snuggling a freshly washed towel is joyful). Also, self compassion – setting up resolutions is setting up myself for failure sometimes and then not being kind enough to myself to move past that failure.
Eat healthier and meditation for my mind
I would eat a more balanced diet and prep my meals ahead of time. I will also be going to the gym more often — at least 3 times a week.
I will commit to exercising more frequently…and eating more veggies!
Eating healthier and exercising more!
For 2019, I’m sticking to my ‘just do it’ mantra. (Big sneaker brand was on to something) It sounds silly, but I find I get distracted or I feel the need to get everything done before I can exercise sometimes so ‘just do it’ seems to help me stay focused on staying active.
Enjoying each and every day with the ones that I love & staying positive.
I’m going to drink more water and walk more this year!
I’m going to do more cardio this year and eat better.
I am no longer going to eat restaurant food, which will be healthier for my wallet and body.
I am getting more exercise, I hate it but I’m doing it.
I have started to do yoga to take care of myself.
listen to the body a lot more. thanks
I will schedule some massages and take the time to exercise.
taking one day at a time instead of worrying about things over which there is no control.
Exercising more, eating a balanced diet and sleeping more.
Exercise and eating healthy
I’m going to eat healthier, less sugar. And I’ve gotten back into exercising and doing yoga.
i have started eating healthy and i am sticking to it
daily walking in the woods with my dogs
I realize that I have to pace myself. I’m forever running, helping others and saying yes to far too many things. While I will still probably continue to do all this , I am also going to be sure to put myself first a few times a week even if it is just for a soothing bubble bath.
I’ve signed up for exercise classes with my best friend and I’m trying to take more time for myself!
I am making sure to get myself outdoors more frequently this year.
These are such awesome reminders! I always love trying to eat as Healthy as possible!
Save money, take vacations and be more active!
im making time for self care both mentally and physically this year!
Awesome recommendations! I will be making an effort to spend more time outdoors, and to try new healthy cooking and baking recipes.
Take time to just slow down and enjoy some of the simple joys in life like a sunny day or a moment with loved ones.
I’m working on making more use out of the home gym equipment I already have. Last year was a very unmotivated time for me!
This year I have already started to eat healthier as a family, and get outside more! Happy 2019 :)
I started a new career so I can continue raising my 2 young children myself. I do want to stay in shape and maintain my current weight. Wishing everyone all the best in 2019!
Woo hoo love Costco! And always buy more than I should
Woo hoo love Costco
All very good ideas!
I plan to eat well, exercise and take fun chances to enjoy myself.
Trying to remember to drink enough water during the day.
I am following through with all my health related appointments: counseling, massage therapy, etc.
I’m going to try to banish negative thoughts. Positivity, all the way.
I’m going to take care of myself by taking more time for myself.
I am going to empower my 2019 by keeping active, hitting the gym at least 1-3 times a week
I am exercising every day and eating better!
Start walking
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I am working on getting more consistent sleep this year. It’s good for my mental and physical health.
read more books. happy mom makes happy kids
I am going to be more positive and pamper myself
I am trying to reduce clutter! This means buying less and reducing what I have! This will hopefully make it easier to deal with my stuff.
To take care of myself this year, I will make sure to get enough sleep. and I will try to unplug from technology whenever I can.
Avoiding white sugar and eating more fruit and veggies.
I am starting to walk the dog it’s great for both of us to buddy up
I definitely will need to up my dental hygiene, but I will also be cutting back on my caffeine intake while drinking more water.
I plan to drink more water and eat less sugar.
Book massages monthly!
I plan to walk more to keep fit.
making meals with fresh ingredients.
my eating right, losing some weight and taking time for myself
I will make time for myself every week since I am currently on maternity leave with a 1 month old baby and have a toddler, so I am busy taking care of someone during the week. When my husband is off on the weekend and can take our toddler out and my mom has time to watch the baby, I am going to take the time for self care and either relax and have a bath and read, go for a walk or exercise or just get out and enjoy some coffee by myself so I can be me and unwind.
Eat more greens
Less coffee
I will drink more water and walk more. :) Thanks!
I have been making healthy food choices and making a HEALTHY ME my top priority this year!
Attend physiotherapy for things I cannot resolve myself.
Eating healthier and getting out for walks more.
I am trying to decrease the sugar in my diet to take care of myself!
I’m trying to get outside more and cut back on fatty foods!
I am trying to eat healthier and also walking everyday
Exercising & eating more fruits & vegetables.
Exercising more
I’m going to go into the city and try out the float room. It’s supposed to be really relaxing.
I am REALLY trying to eat healthier. I am very lucky to not have a sweet tooth, but other snacks are tempting. I am starting with more fresh vegetables and fruits. When I make a salad its huge and healthy.
I have been exercising at the gym more often, and am always working on improving what I eat.
I will eat healthy
I am walking every day and eating healthy.
Eating healthier and going for more walks.
I’m going to eat healthier
I want to start eating more greens and trying to get more sleep at night.
I will eat healthy and take care of myself!
I am decluttering my house one room at a time. Brings me so much peace when things are in order
I want to continue to work on my health. I lost over 80lbs in 2018. I want to continue the journey to a healthier me.
The same as every year..
i’m going to try to cut down on sodas and juice plus I will try to find more activities to help keep me active.
We love shopping at Costco, and I’m super inspired by Marie Kondo so I have slowly started to KonMari my home and I already feel less cluttered. I feel like continuuing on this path of thanking then letting go of items
I don’t need will really help me overall.
Thanks for the chance to win, and if I win I would love to buy an organizer for my kids toys or a set of new dishes :) insta fan@plumerea
eating more fruits and vegetables.
Eating healthier foods and exercising more
Aquafit 3 times a week! I love walking too but not so much on the treadmill, but I watch Netflix on my tablet when using treadmill!
Take time off work to relax
I’m trying to just get outside and move more.
I’m suffering from chronic illness, so I will continue to work towards a diagnosis and to do what I can to stay positive in the meantime!
We have a new pool opening up in February and I plan to start going to Aquasize. I really need and want some exercise.
Getting rid of all the junk I have accumulated over the years, sleeping and eating better!
I will eat healthier and exercise more.
eating better
I plan to make time for some exercise.
Will be trying to watch my diet.
Got back in to the gym and more importantly, prepping food to ensure I eat healthy. Costco is great for fresh produce and meat.
started running and eating better! 2019 is my year
I’m cutting down on sugar and going for a walk every day.
I have been eating more fruit and veggies plus walking more.
My intentions are to eat less junk food and focus on healthier eating.
Meal prepping and losing the baby weight!
I have been getting outside more and will continue to eat healty.
Opps healthy
I am working on being kind to myself. So that means making healthy choices for food and exercise, but also not expecting perfection.
I intend to eat more veggies and drink more water in 2019.
Good question! I intend to try to take small moments of me time.
I intend to laugh more, spend more time with the people I love and relax!! Stress less!
I’ll be eating more pulses and less meat.
I am going to take time to look after myself, I am signing up for chair yoga as a start
How I will take care of myself? I will take care of myself by taking care of my immediate surroundings – downsizing and decluttering, revitalizing my social life, enjoying books and movies and TV that I like rather than must see’s. More physical movement and healthier and tastier foods.
The big thing for me is taking time to relax. I never do it, basically. I always feel wrong and guilty if I take time to relax and read a book, when there’s 10 zillion chores I need to do! But I’m trying to change that. I try to remind myself that self-care matters, and I need to prioritize it.
I’m going to work on self-care and help myself physically relax more with baths and diffusers.
Drink more water, get more sleep, and spend more time with my kids. BE HAPPY.
trying to eat normal foods again
I started going to the gym again, slowly but surely getting back into shape. Also important, taking care of my mental health, which I’ve noticed improvement with exercise.
Getting a workout schedule going and watching what i eat
I plan on eating better and getting more exercise in 2019.
I’m resolved to be less fat, and use my Pilates machine at least three times a week.
I am trying to eat healthier and to be more active.
I will identify what brings me joy and happiness and create more of it in my life.
I am going to the gym,and exercising daily! I want to get outside more and explore my province!
Work hard and start a career in my life purpose.
I will eat healthy and exercise daily.
I am going to try and eat better and work out more
I’ve ben going to the gym more often!
Eating at least 5 servings of fruits and veggies a day, walking for longer periods of time, getting enough sleep
I’ll get more walking in.
I’m trying to make a point of making myself more of a priority.
I’ll take care of myself by drinking more water and ensuring I get some “me time” at least a couple times a week!
I’m eating healthier and getting more exercise to help maintain my health.
Trying to consistently cook nightly with fresh produce and little meat. Trying to stay fit and get out and walk daily. Volunteering more and making time for those people that mean the most to me.
Getting more sleep
I’ll be exercising more in this new year. And trying to eat healthier
Finding something ‘vacationy’ or ‘restful’ in each and every day.
Get away from the office for at least 30 mins of freshair or exercise daily
I’m going to stay consistent with my exercise routine. It gives me so many physical and mental benefits!
For 2019, I am walking more stairs, enjoying more tea and working on my core. So far, so good.
Practice portion control and being more mindful in the present moment.
2019 is about a mental break. To focus on deep breathing & relaxation to reduce anxiety as the past year has been the most difficult of times & I want to be optimistic of the future again.
Exercise more and try to eat a little better
I am cutting out processed foods and cooking nightly.
I’m doing my best to juggle being a new mom while also eating well and getting back into shape.
Eating healthier and more walking
Relaxing on my veranda
I’m going to try and eat a little bit healthier in 2019 and cut down on sugar. I’m also planning on trying to keep my stress level down and stay positive .
I’ll take care of myself by putting myself first everyday. Meditate, exercise, healthy breakfast AND then start my workday. Luckily freelancers can do that.
I will be eating much more healthy and walking more.
I am working on eating lightly two days per week, to gradually lose extra weight.
Try and get out in the fresh air every day
i will exercise more
I will continue to set small goals, hit new personal records and not beat myself up for imperfection!
Trying to take care of myself more mentally and physically as I don’t always have a great mind set.
Just set myself up with a new exercise bike – i’ll be taking advantage of that.
I will take care of myself by working out every day, and watching my sugar intake.
I am going to try and get some more exercise – ie: go for more walks…..
I’m going to take care of myself by taking more time for myself.
I am going to work less, schedule less & live life more spontaneously
I’m going to spend more time relaxing by reading and also taking the time to journal gratitude each day.
I will plan on eating healthier.
I am trying to work on being more active this year after a lot of health challenges in 2018.
I’m going to take care of myself by trying not to dwell on the past and focus on the now… the present day.
I”m going to eat a nutritious diet and focus on good sleep!
Spend more time doing things i like!
A little more gentle, a little less judgemental…2019 is my year to be my good friend to myself as well as others.
I am trying to eat more healthy limiting my intake of carbs. and exercising more.
Talk to myself as I would talk to a friend
In 2019, I want to give myself more “ME” time, exercise more and have a more balanced diet.
I’m going to restart my trail walking.
Walking more and drinking more water
I’m drinking more water, and I plan on doing more walking and kayaking!
I’m taking care of myself by eating healthy and relaxing with warm baths at least once per week.
I’m taking care of myself by eating healthy and taking warm baths to relax at least once per week
I will be more active this year for sure! Taking care of myself is super important and easily forgotten.
By planning what I eat and by making the time for exercise.
I have started with being more active. Everyday I am increasing my steps from the previous day and pushing myself a little harder. It was difficult in the beginning but now its just something that I do everyday.
Stay happy & relaxe
I plan to take care of myself this year by exercising more.
I will take care of myself in 2019 by exercising more.
i am on a plan to getting healthier with tryomg to exercise more by walking and following an exercise video a few times a week as well eating more fruits and veges and drinking more water….
I am eating better and working out everyday
I am going to do some volunteer work!
eat more veggies
Eating healthier and exercising daily.
Trying to be more health-conscious and mindful – taking time for myself for classes like yoga and just having a bit of me time as well as working on changing my diet one step at a time.
Getting back into shape with some daily exercise.
New apartment building has a pool,so hope to give swimming a try :).Thanks!
The area lacking in my life for self care is taking time out for myself. To actually have time alone without my child in tow. I can’t wait to do that , and grab myself some bath bombs and enjoy a bath in peace to
I’m going for walks every day
Eat healthier and exercise.
Get more sleep!
I am eating less carbs (such as breads) eating more vegetables and taking my dog for more walks.
weight training and strength building instead of just cardio exercise. I want to feel strong and be able to fight small colds and such, better.
I am concentrating on cooking more vegetarian meals, and just trying to increase meals with beans and pulses, and decrease the number of meals with beef and pork as the main ingredient.
Practising selfcare by having time to myself to go gym or relax.
Our plan going forward is to put the 2018 stuff behind us and enjoy 2019 as much as we can. Have a vacation planned which was something we had been putting off
I think 2019 is going to be an excellent year for taking care of myself. I’ll have a good chunk of it off because of mat leave so I’m planning to cook at home more and go for daily walks with the tiny humans. We’ll be working on teaching them good habits which should help us change a lot of our bad habits.
2019 is off to a good start, I’ve been home cooking instead of grabbing convenience food, doing yoga, and my husband and I are walking together (when the weather isn’t brutal)
In 2019 I’m working towards being a healthier family. My goal is to be able to run with my son to the mail box without getting winded.
I’m gonna take some me time, whether it’s to get my nails done or go to a movie alone.
I will make more time for working out.
I started early morning meditation which I find really helpful in dealing with my anxiety. It calms me and refocuses me to the things I want to accomplish for the day.
Exercece twice a week & walking in the mall every day for half an hour
Ill be working on letting go of guilt when i say no, i have to be sure to put myself first and keep from getting too overwhelmed with taking on too many things.
I plan to keep active and stick with healthier food choices
I’m taking care of myself mentally in 2019 with lots of travel plans instead of stressing over work.
Eating healthier
Getting outside and exercising more.
I will reduce coffee and replace it with herbal teas while trying not to sweat the small stuff :)
I am going to live in the moment, I enjoy each and every thing in my life. I am going to be 48 & I have an amazing life. :)
I am trying to be more mindful – have pizza if I want pizza but enjoy the damn pizza. Or beer or reading in bed or whatever
I am carving out 1/2 hour a day to do my own thing away from the kids and work!
By making more time for me time.
More yoga, more bubble baths and more time to read.
Daily exercise and 2 workouts a week…great way to start the year and still going!!!!
Get more exercise, drink more water and pay attention to my diet
Drink plenty of water.
I’m going to try not to give up my me-time on the weekends. Part of that is spending the time doing things I love, like walking, running or yoga.
I plan on using my lunch hours to work out or swim instead of working at my desk! I need more me time!
I want to take care of myself by eating more heart healthy and getting out more.
I want to get organized and declutter in 2019!
I am taking more me time, eating healthier and keeping stress down
Eat healthier, sleep better with my essential oils and go to bed earlier, walk more, do yoga, relaxation and meditation exercises
I want to live in the moment and enjoy every day despite the pain. Also eat healthier, relaxation exercises and stretches to reduce pain
Making sure to do at least one thing each week that is for me. Reading a novel for a couple of hours, going out for a coffee with a friend, going for a walk with my dog…anything to just do something for me.
More home cooked meals and no refined foods. I am on a mission to get my health back.
This year I am going to make more time for me by taking yoga classes and attending a monthly book club.
take more time to care for myself. i need to establish a routine just for me, like getting massages or take class
We added an addition to our bedroom so we can have some space, we always had the smallest room so more room for being a peace.
Much more self care routines, face masks, diy spa days, that kind of thing.
I will take the time to exercise.
Make time to pamper myself..
This year i plan make more time for myself, including focusing more on my hobbies and also eating more healthier!
my trying to be more mindful, not sweat the small things and laugh more
I do yoga more often now.
I plan on reading more books
Working towards less interrupted sleep (aka sleep training with the kids…)
I’m trying to exercise more and eat healthier in 2019.
Hit the gym
I plan to start eating a lot healthier, make better food choices and make it a priority to exercise every day.
I will become more active, last year was a bad year for injuries and got a little lazy after that.
I am focusing on putting more fruits and vegetables on my plate at dinner/lunch and getting out to be more active on my break at lunch.
I am getting back to shape with daily exercise.
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I will drink more water, exercise more and learn to ask for help when needed!
Pilates 3 times a week
Daily walks with my dog
i will meditate more
This year, I’m prioritizing exercise as this is critical to my mental health!
I will meditate more