Here is a list of things that you should give up in the New Year. Doing so, can and probably will reduce your stress levels, help you get out of your rut, and dramatically improve your quality of life.

1). Any Form Of Negative Self Talk. Negative self-talk is very harmful and can lead to anxiety and depression.

2). Ignoring your Well-being. Don’t take your mental health for granted, take time to take care of yourself.

3). Dealing With Toxic People. Don’t invest your time in people who don’t support you or are just negative about everything. Instead build a supportive group to network with.

4). Not Exercising. Exercising is not only good for your physical health but also for your mental health.

5). Unhealthy Eating. Eating unhealthy or emotionally is not good for your overall health. Don’t indulge in emotional eating, know your body, and feed it wholesome, nutrient-dense food.

6). Not Getting Enough Rest. Not getting enough sleep can also lead to unhealthy mental health.

7). Being A People Pleaser. Don’t neglect your health just to please everyone and unbalance your mental stability and well-being.

8). Fear of Failure. The more you fear your failure, the less you grow. As Elbert Hubbard said: “To avoid criticism say nothing, do nothing, be nothing.”

9). Constant Complaining. Constant complaining won’t lead to anything good.

10). Going After the Easy Life Fix. Instead of looking for quick and easy solutions to your problems, find concrete solutions to make them permanent and lead a healthy life.

11). Self-Limiting Believes. Believing that there is never enough of anything, be it a job, money, love, etc., will only lead to poor well-being.

12). Old Regrets. Be grateful for the lessons you learned from your mistakes, but don’t feel guilty about your past regrets. Let them go and embrace your present.