Have you given any thought to your New Year’s Resolutions yet? I know we still have a couple of weeks, but it’s never too early to start preparing, am I right? If you are ready to make some changes in your life, but feel like your budget can’t take any big changes, not to worry! Here are 5 Budget Friendly New Year’s Resolutions that will change your life and won’t hurt your wallet:
- Cut out sugar. Cutting out sugar will benefit you in countless ways, plus you will actually make your wallet healthier! No more spending extra money on unnecessary sweets
- Cut screen time. Let’s face it, most of us would do well from a screen time break. From all of the time we spend on our computers, our phones and watching TV, we are pretty much surrounded by screens 24/7. Why not make a resolution to cut down on this screen time, and hey..you might use less data while you are at it!
- Spend more time outside. Connecting with nature is one of the greatest things we can do for our bodies and our mindsets. Take a walk outside in nature to breathe in the fresh air and to give yourself a workout. The time spent outside is a great way to clear your mind too. Oh, and guess what? IT’S FREE!!
- Spend more time with family. Family togetherness time does not have to mean spending money. It can be as simple as putting down your phones and playing a board game together. Just take the time.
- Meditate. Meditation is free and has been proven to reduce stress and anxiety and provide countless other benefits. Let’s put this on our budget-friendly New Year’s Resolution list!
Have you ever made a budget-friendly resolution before? What was it? Were you able to follow through?
