Wow, what a year...
Who would have thought back in January that 2020 would turn out the way it did... a year with a global pandemic that would bring pretty much everything to a halt.
While you probably can't wait to close the chapter on 2020 and head into 2021, we want to share a few points on how to make your transition even more powerful.
Too often we forget to celebrate small and big successes.
What did you experience, design, create or do in 2020 that you're really proud of?
Write down your answer!
You can also use your calendar as a reminder and see all that you've noted there in the last twelve months. I bet it's a lot more than you realize!
Often we are far too critical of ourselves, and instead of celebrating our small (everyday) successes, we start the new year feeling like we haven't done enough or need to do "better".
2020 was exceptionally tough. Many of us had to work under challenging circumstances with little or no chances for a break. For many this year also meant huge financial challenges, personal losses and disappointments.
So don't worry too much about all those points on your bucket list, that you couldn't tick off this year.
You've made it through till here, and that is most important!
A vision board is a simple yet powerful tool to visualize your dreams and goals.
While making a vision board might seem childish, it can actually help you get clear about the things you want in life and stay more focused and motivated while moving towards your goals. Just try and see!
Here's what you need for your 2021 vision board:
How it works:
Many people who have tried vision boards have been surprised how many things they had visualized actually became true later.
World known decluttering queen Marie Kondo once said: "To put your things in order means to put your past in order, too."
In our experience this is absolutely true. If you have not used the lockdowns and time spent home in 2020 for decluttering yet, now is the time!
When your surroundings are organized it is much easier to keep the mind clear and focused.
Decluttering also serves as a powerful ritual. You can consciously let go of old things and patterns and start from a clean slate.
Exercise releases feel-good endorphins that trigger a sense of well-being in the brain. This is not a “feeling” that few sporty people are lucky to experience, but actually a fact proven by science.
If you want to start your new year in the best possible way, start moving!
Exercise is not only a great way to get back into shape after a holiday overindulgence, it is also known to help fight SAD, symptoms of depression and occasional dullness.
The best part: Many forms of exercise are totally free. Just put on your sneakers and head out into nature, roll out your yoga mat or hop on your bicycle.
Studies show that only 8% of Americans who make a New Year's resolution actually keep them all year and 80% have failed by the start of February.
Not very encouraging, right?
Rather than set ourselves up for failure, how about trading the standard New Year’s resolution for something more realistic – like a theme?
Pick something that inspires you and make it the motto of your year, for example
If you have made or are planning to make a vision board, write or visualize the theme on the board.
Look at the new year as a new opportunity. Remember, you still have time to work on that bucket list and all the other things that didn't go according to plan in 2020.
A quote by Nido Qubein serves as a good reminder: “Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go. They merely determine where you start.”
Happy New Year!
One of the main ideas behind Veganuary is to inspire people and give them a taste of a vegan lifestyle.
For this blog post we have compiled a number of recipes that are a) tasty and b) have a nordic twist.
The featured recipes are considered classics in their native places Finland, Sweden and Denmark. They are the perfect proof that vegan food doesn't have to be complicated!
Some of the most popular new year's resolutions include exercising more and improving fitness, losing weight, saving money, and improving diet.
Sounds familiar?
Then the next number might disappoint you: Studies have shown that approximately 80% of New Year's resolutions fail within a couple of weeks! Some say this number is even higher.
Why do so many New Year's resolutions fail?
In today's blog post we want to examine, what is the secret to building good habits and how small tweaks can help you lead a healthier life.
Veganism has been on the rise for a while now. Many celebrities have adopted a vegan lifestyle and some have even started promoting it. How come?
The advantages of plant-based diets have been studied over several years.
The most extensive study till date is probably the China Study. It is often referred to as the “vegan bible”, as it makes a pretty strong case for a plant-based diet.
For this study data was collected over the span of 20 years and compared plant-based diets with animal-based diets. The findings are quite astonishing and later inspired influential figures like Bill Clinton go vegan
We wanted to know: What are the actual benefits?
