It takes 21 days to form a habit, if you do it for 30, it will probably stick. Whether it is working out, kicking a bad habit or doing something nice for others. Pick one or more challenges and stick with them! Challenge your friends to help you stay inspired! Keep a journal of your progress (this also holds you accountable to you) Do not pick too many challenges at the same time, you can always pick more in 30 days. Remember to have fun with it!
#1 Write a nice note each day to someone
I try to do this one daily. This is the perfect way to let someone else know you care. Say thank you or I love this about you. You always will make someones day by doing this. Read this post for more on this!
#2 Replace your work chair with an exercise ball!
Your core will improve, so will your posture and you burn extra calories while working!
#3 Meditate
There is nothing better than spending 20 mins to meditate and think about life, goals, and just breath!
#4 Talk to one stranger each day
This one may be easy or hard depending on your personality. But try to stay something to someone that you do not know each day. Especailly if they are older, they will love the attention and you will smile as well!
#5 Take a 30 minute walk/run each day
Go for a walk or run each day. Take your dog, walk to dinner, enjoy the sights and being outside!
#6 Smile
Smile each day even to strangers, a smile is contagious and you not only will feel good but others will as well!
#7 Start a blog
You do not have to publish it, but start one. Find new things to talk about each day or have one dedicated to something you love. Inspire others and you inspire yourself!
#8 Take a moment each day to practice self-love
Stop comparing yourself to others and learn to love you for who you are. Look in the mirror and tell yourself all the reasons why you are awesome!
#9 Refrain from alcohol and other drugs for 30 days in a row!
I did this for a year. Was it hard? yes! Did I get lots of ridicule from friends? Yes Did it make me a better person? Yes! Do it!
#10 Learn how to draw
Use YouTube, take a class, it doesn't have to be a masterpiece but learn to draw, hey there is even Drawsomething and Drawsomething 2 that you can play with friends and learn!
#11 Write a 50,000 word novel in 30 days
Ever wanted to write a book? Do it. Do it in 30 days. My friend did and is on her 4th book all because of this website http://www.nanowrimo.org/
#12 Watch a documentary each day
There are some really cool things to learn about find some that you are interested in.. Super size me anyone?
#13 Learn a new language
In 30 days you can master a new language or at least be able to ask where the restroom is :D
#14 Walk/Drive/Run a new route to work/school each day
You will no longer be heading to your destination on autopilot and you may see some pretty cool things, and even learn something new.
#15 Read a chapter each day
In a month you will be done with at least 1 book if not more! Plus it is fun!
#16 Unplug
Log out of Facebook, Twitter Google+ etc, do not watch tv, or play video games for 30 days. You will be amazed at how much more time you have and what else you can accomplish!
#17 Ditch a bad habit for 30 days
Are you a negative person? Do you smoke? Do you do drugs? Do you drink heavily? are you a couch potato? Do you eat crappy? Quit whatever for 30 days, and pick another good habit instead!
#18 Motivate/Inspire yourself each day
People who can motivate themselves are happier people. Find things that motivate and inspire you every day! Write them down so when you are having a bad day you can look at it and help lift yourself up!
#19 Try a new recipe each day
This is the best way to learn to cook, after awhile you will be making up your own recipes
#20 Set goals
Look ahead in your life and set a goal for you to do for the next 15-30 years! Set one each day!
#21 Take one picture each day
Make a picture diary of your month. You will be amazed at some of the pics you take!
#22 Keep a journal
Write down what happens each day. Remember the joys and the let downs. Write about the challenges you have taken this month. It is a great practice to get in and you can read it to your kids one day!
#23 Doing something that scares you every day
The only way to overcome your fear is to well, face it head on!
#24 Take the stairs every chance you get
Did you know it is quicker to walk stairs than to take an elevator or escalator? Try it, not only will you save time but you will help your health! Win win!
#25 Don’t lie for 30 days
Not even little white lies. Tell the truth every time you speak, and even to yourself!
#26 Work out daily
Your mood will improve, your health will improve and it will become a habit!
#27 Wake up earlier than you normally do each day
You will be amazed at how much more you can accomplish even waking up 30 mins earlier a day! After 30 days you may even be a morning person... MAYYYYY
#28 Don’t complain for the entire 24 hours, for 30 days
This is a hard one, and you may fail from time to time, even positive people have an issue not saying ANYTHING negative. Sometimes it just slips out, if it does, follow it with something positive until you have this one down.. after 30 days you will be a pro!
#29 Learn something new
Each day find something you do not know how to do and try it out. You may find a new hobby!
#30 Do (at least) one completely selfless act each day
Pay things forward, go out of your way to help someone else out. Do something that takes real effort on your part while making the day of the receiver.
Now pick one or more and start your 30 day challenge to be a better version of you!!
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