Hi lovelies,

Two things that go hand-in-hand are health and happiness. If you’re in good health, you’re more likely to be happy. If you’re happy, it will give your health a boost too! After all, stress really is the root cause of all things evil. Therefore, by nailing both your health and your happiness, you’re going to be on path to having a much better 2021, that’s for sure. Considering that, in this blog post, we have put together a collection of ideas that can help you to be both healthier and happier in 2021. 

Begin by thinking about what really makes you happy
The obvious starting point is thinking about what truly makes you happy. Spend some time thinking about your life and when you are your happiest. What puts a smile on your face the most? What makes you feel good about life? You can grab a pen and some paper and make a list. Once you have got this list, you will know what you should be focusing on more in your life. After all, we should all be doing those things that make us the happiest versions of ourselves. By dedicating more time in your life to doing things that make you feel good, it can only have a positive impact.

Get familiar with general wellbeing and understand common allergy and flu symptoms
In order to boost your day-to-day wellbeing, it starts with education. You need to have a good understanding of the common risk factors in terms of illness, for example, being overweight. You also need to have an understanding of common flus and illnesses and what causes them. The same goes for allergies. By getting a better comprehension, you will be best placed to manage your health and make sure you do not suffer as a consequence. You can use resources like Allergy Insider for this. In fact, there are a lot of great resources online if you want to learn more about your general health and managing certain conditions. However, it is critical to make sure you do not believe everything you read, as anyone can write something online. You need to do your research and take your time to make sure that the source is credible. 

Be kinder yourself and say positive affirmations on a daily basis
Being kinder to yourself is something you should prioritize. The truth is that most of us are too hard on ourselves. We don’t give ourselves the break that we deserve! Instead, you need to set aside some time to focus on number one. One of the recommended options here is repeating positive affirmations on a daily basis. You can tell yourself that You Are Enough, for example. Repeating positive affirmations is a great way to make yourself feel better. It may feel a bit odd at first, but we encourage you to stick with it. After some time, you will start believing those words and you will feel a lot better about yourself. You will confident and ready to take on the world.

Try out new methods of relaxation and healing
There are so many exciting ways that you can relax and de-stress these days. Well, excitement and relaxation probably don’t go well together, but we are sure you get the point. Creativity really is flourishing when it comes to healing and relaxation. You can try everything from Espom salt baths to ASMR, yoga, hot stone therapy, and so much more. There really is something for everyone. This is something that you should embrace, as it gives you the opportunity to try new things and you never know which one is going to hit a cord with you. ASMR, in particular, has become very popular. For those who experience ASMR, they get a tingly, relaxing sensation, which can help them to fall asleep. It is great if you’re feeling stressed and in need of comfort. You can easily watch ASMR videos on YouTube, so it is easy to do and it won’t cost anything. Of course, there are also meditation apps and you can listen to sounds of the ocean or sounds of rain if this is something you find to be more relaxing. 

Perfect your sleep routine
In addition to the suggestions that we have discussed so far, something else that we recommend doing throughout the year is really perfecting your sleep routine. You can use the likes of a FitBit or another fitness watch like this to track your sleep performance and set sleep goals. It is really interesting to track sleep performance so you can see how often you get to enjoy a truly restful sleep throughout the night. If your sleep performance is not at the level it should be, there are a number of different things you can do to amend this. We have already spoken about the option of listening to relaxing sounds while you doze off. You may also want to consider adding aromatherapy oils to an ultrasonic diffuser. Scents like lavender are great for helping people to dose off. Aside from this, you need to perfect your bedtime routine. It is vital to make sure you go to sleep at roughly the same time every night and wake up around the same time every morning, including on the weekends. This is vital because it gets your body into a sensible body clock, which will help you to drift off to sleep on an evening. Aside from this, it is important to watch what you eat and drink before you go to bed. Avoid anything that contains caffeine in the afternoon and evenings. It is also advisable that you do not exercise within the few hours leading up to your Zzz time! The suggestions do not end there when it comes to making sure that you get a good night’s sleep. Another thing that you should consider doing is avoiding technology for an hour or so before you go to bed. This is because technology stimulates the brain, which can make it more difficult for you to fall asleep. 

Focus on your posture and invest in ergonomic desk equipment 
One of the greatest sources of pain in people is posture problems. If you do not adopt a correct posture, it means you are in an unnatural position, and this can start to cause issues for your body that will only get worse and worse as time goes on. This is why it is important to take the time to learn about body posture and what sort of posture is right for you. The good news is that you can also get ergonomic furniture and equipment today that can help you with this. From ergonomic desks and chairs to ergonomic keyboards and mouses, the options are endless, helping you to create a safe and comfortable work environment, whether you work from home or at an office.

Don’t sit at home and ignore any problems
One thing a lot of people are guilty of is sitting at home when they have any sort of health issue and hoping it will disappear. Yes, it can be tempting to bury your head in the sand. Yes, you probably don’t want to go to the doctor during a pandemic. However, if there is a problem and the symptoms are worrying you, you should always get it checked out. It is better to be safe than sorry. 

Keep a journal and write in it before you go to bed every evening
The final tip that we have for a healthier and happier 2021 is to keep a journal, and write in it every evening. This is a good way to offload any sort of thoughts or feelings that you have. You can also use this as an opportunity to make some notes regarding anything that you may need to address the following day. A lot of people carry their thoughts and their worries with them when they go to bed. This can stop them from getting a restful night’s sleep. This is why it is a good idea to write them down so you can take the weight off your shoulders. This will help you to stress less and you may also find that it is a lot easier for you to get to sleep as well - both of which will be of benefit to us all. 

To conclude, there are plenty of different things you can do to make sure you have a happier and a healthier 2021. If you try to implement even a few of the suggestions that have been mentioned above, you should notice a considerable difference when it comes to your overall wellbeing and your happiness too. It can be hard to feel happy at present, that is for sure, as there seems to be so much doom and gloom around us. However, happiness is definitely something you can work on, as is being healthier. With the two combined, nothing will hold you back.