Page 8 - Senior Times South Central Michigan January 2022 - 29-01

Page 8 Senior Times - January 2022
LIFE HACKS FOR THE NEW YEAR – A BAKER’S DOZEN
By: Glin Winsor, Community Advocate
By now, I’m sure you’ve figured out that life is complicated. Things like staying on top of work responsibilities, keeping up with friends and family, paying your rent on time, and making your apartment seem like it’s clean (all while trying to trick people into believing that you’ve got your life togeth- er) just aren’t easy. If you’re nodding your head in agreement and wondering whether you’ll ever get a break from this balancing act, you’re in luck. I’ve got a few tips up
my sleeve that are going to make your life a whole lot simpler.
amount of effort from you.
So, without further ado, here are 13 tips
Not everyone has time for an elaborate morn- ing routine! Make things a little simpler and incorporate these five morning habits health experts swear by.
Before we get to the good stuff, I want to point something out that I’ve realized lately. Simple doesn’t always mean easy, does it? You can come up with a solution that sim- plifies a problem but following through with that solution isn’t necessarily going to be easy. It still takes some willpower and whole lot of effort. That’s why I tried to include tips that are easy enough to implement relatively quickly, and they don’t require a massive
3. DECLUTTER YOUR CLOSET. You know that feeling when you have too many clothes and nothing to wear? Yeah, it’s time to get honest with yourself and get rid of the shirt you’ve had for a year that STILL has the label attached (we’ve all been there, I know). Quit using COVID as an excuse to keep those clothes around.
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My morning routine starts the night before when I write out my “action list:” three to five things I need to do the next day to move me closer to my goals. Writing them out simplifies my morning, giving me a clear headspace. In the morning, the first thing I do when my eyes open is think of three things I'm grateful for, which helps me see opportu- nities where I may have otherwise seen prob- lems. Then I incorporate the rest.
that will save you time, money, and energy all while you become healthier and more produc- tive! Let’s do this!
1. They never skip breakfast.
2. They sweat first thing. Every day. All done
1. SET MONTHLY GOALS. Instead of New Year’s resolutions, set yourself 1-3 goals each month. I’ve been setting three goals each month for some time now and it’s allowed me to start new habits, break down larger goals into manageable chunks, and achieve things I’ve been meaning to do for a long time.
before the grand kids wake up!
3. They wake up early to have time for
2. CARRY A WATER BOTTLE EVERYWHERE.
gratefully.
4. FOLLOW A MORNING ROUTINE.
5. PACK AN ON-THE-GO KIT. You
themselves.
4. They set goals.
5. They start each day mindfully – and
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ADULT DAY CARE PETS
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ARBOR MANOR REHAB AND NURSING CENTER
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ARBOR MEADOWS
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ARBOR OAKS SEMI-ASSISTED LIVING
04 108 Second Street Spring Arbor, MI 49283 Laura Pluff, (517) 750-1905
ARBOR VIEW ESTATES
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BARNEYVILLE SENIOR APARTMENTS
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BROOKDALE SENIOR LIVING SOLUTIONS
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07 191 Lois Drive, Battle Creek, MI 49015 Allen Packard, (269) 979-7781
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CALHOUN COUNTY MEDICAL CARE FACILITY
08 1150 East Michigan Ave, Battle Creek, MI 49014 Donna Mahoney, (269) 962-5458
CARVETH VILLAGE, LLC
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CHERRYHILLMANOR
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EVERGREEN SENIOR CARE & REHAB CENTER
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KELLOGG MANOR
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LAKEVIEW ASSISTED LIVING
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LAURELS OF BEDFORD
14 270 Bedford Road North, Battle Creek, MI 49037 Keli Carter, (269) 968-2296
LEGACY ASSISED LIVING CENTER
15 15025 Ann Arbor Road, Jackson, MI 49201 Kim Loomis, (517) 764-2000
LEGACY AT THE OAKS
16 706 North Avenue, Battle Creek, MI 49017 (269) 964-4655