New Year’s resolutions are stupid. People pledge to do this thing that they don’t have an actual system for, & change that thing for 2 weeks, & it doesn’t work. Let’s get real about personal growth & plan outside the box this year, shall we? Here are 7 unconventional goal ideas for the new year to contemplate executing now.
“Don’t Do” Bingo
Get a blank bingo grid (or use the one I made, at the end of this post) & fill the boxes with habits, relationships, or activities you want to let go of. If you feel satisfied that you’ve moved on from something on your bingo card, mark it off. When you get a “bingo”, you should treat yourself to a concert or something to celebrate your determination & self respect!
Theme
Instead of goals, choose a theme for the year. Be more intentional with how you show up for your daily life using this theme as a guide for your actions & decisions.
Feeling goals
What do you want to feel more of this year (peace, joy, etc)? Brainstorm activities to bring more of these feelings into your life!
What is your signature strength?
What is your signature strength? Are you particularly good at writing, teaching, or making people laugh? Consider ways to use this strength more intentionally in your daily life.
Set monthly challenges for yourself
You could experiment with different lifestyles by trying a special diet for a week, a scheduled “do nothing day” each week, or a digital minimalism month with no social media one week, no electronics after 10pm another week, & so on. You could also commit to dabbling into learning about a different topic you’ve been interested in each month, like a new language, skill, or hobby – dabbling lessens the pressure of mastery!
Plan mini adventures
Monthly, if possible! A hike or a bike ride & then out for lunch is always fun. Or you could check out a local historical spot you’ve never visited. Museums, zoos, & art galleries are often open year round, and you can camp out at some national parks for free (or cheap!)
Start a gratitude box
Get a big empty jar or cigar box, & add small notes or mementos to it throughout the year. Whenever you need a little boost of gratitude, pop it open & review your deposits!
Conclusion
That are a lot of fulfilling ways to set goals that don’t involve the rigidity of typical systems. Think outside the box & expand your horizons!
What unique goals do you have for the coming year? I’d love to hear them in the comments below!
And here’s a simple “Don’t Do Bingo” card, if you’d like to use it 😊
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