Our habits make up the bulk of our lives. Most of what we do every day is routine, like making the perfect cup of coffee in the morning, eating our favorite breakfast of toast and omelets, and working on the same set of tasks we usually do. These patterns of behavior set the stage for our future selves. But this pattern of small, daily habits that help us move forward in life is beautiful in its own way.

We need to be aware that not all small habits are good for our health. For example, if you work in a job that requires you to sit for long periods of time every day, your body can get tired and hurt from overuse. Because we only have so much time in a day, we need to figure out how to make the most of the positive habits we already have.

Small things like staying organized, working out, and drinking enough water can help us get on the road to body transformation and self-improvement. There’s no getting around the fact that our habits have a huge effect on our lives. So, we need to figure out which habits we need to start doing and which ones we need to stop doing. Here are a few small habits that will make your life easier and save you time and energy, as well as change your body and life.

  1. Make a to-do list

You can get things done faster if you have a plan. Making a list of things that need to be done is a smart move to take in this situation. This will help you stay organized, concentrate better, and get more done. With this list, you can make a plan that you can stick to and keep track of what you’ve done in a certain amount of time. A to-do list can help you move up the ladder of success and change your life, whether you want to reach more of your goals or handle your time better.

  1. Don’t use social media for a day

Most of us have turned our phones into an extension of ourselves. We pick them up for no reason and scroll through social media apps for long periods of time without even realizing it. Many people don’t even post anything on their social media accounts, but they still spend time looking at what other people are doing This doesn’t mean you should stop using social media sites, but you should use them less often. You can start by deciding to stay away from social media for one day. In the future, you will be able to limit your time spent on social networking apps and lower your overall screen time. When you realize that you won’t lose out on anything significant if you take a day off from social media, you’ll make a conscientious effort to reduce your time spent there.

  1. Drink a glass of water just before each and every meal

Everyone needs to drink more water. That’s a given. Also, if you drink a glass of water before you eat, you’ll feel a little less hungry and less likely to eat more than you need to.

  1. Eat one really healthy meal

Choose a meal. Only one. Then you should change what you eat. If it’s lunchtime, eat a palm-sized portion of protein, a fruit or vegetable, and four or five almonds. I know that’s not a lot of food, but it’s better for you than what you’re eating now, and just as important, it will help you take small steps toward controlling your portions at every meal.

Here are some more: Pack an apple and a can of tuna. Or you could bring a chicken breast without the skin and some cucumbers. Just make sure to make it ahead of time so you don’t have to decide to eat healthy. You just will.

  1. Move around during lunch

Eating doesn’t take 30 or 60 minutes. So do something useful during your lunch break. Go for a walk, or even better, find someone to walk with and hold meetings while you walk. Or stretch. Or do some push-ups or sit-ups. Choose whichever suits you better. By the end, you’ll burn a few calories and get rid of some stress. You’ll experience an improvement in how you feel after you get back to work. And you’ll start to make fitness a part of your daily life without having to add to your already full schedule.

  1. Exercise

Working out is a great way to improve your mood in the short term and your health and sense of self-worth in the long term. Health and wellness play a big role in how well we can focus, get things done, and keep our emotions in check. Try to work out every day and stay consistent if you want to see results quickly. Not only will your body and health get better, but so will the clarity of your mind.

  1. Dancing

When it comes to getting a full workout through dance, the possibilities are virtually limitless. Your muscles are lengthened in ways that cannot be achieved via the use of other types of training. Being more flexible is something that can only benefit everyone! There are many different types of dance, and many of them entail lifting, leaping, and twirling—all of which require a muscular drive that can only be developed with practice. When you dance for half an hour, you might burn anywhere from 200 to 400 calories! In addition to that, it’s a lot more fun than working out on the treadmill.

By increasing the rate at which calcium is absorbed into the bones of the body, dancing can aid in the prevention of bone conditions such as osteoporosis. When you make dancing a regular part of your fitness routine, you not only enhance your cardiovascular health but also lower your risk of developing cardiovascular disease.

  1. Dinner

The way our bodies work is complicated. You might think that at the end of the day, your metabolism slows down a lot and that your body doesn’t burn off the calories you eat at night. The latter combined with a slower metabolism, make the calories you eat during the day less harmful. So please avoid having dinner.

  1. Develop positive thinking

I put this first because I think it’s the most important habit that will help you form the other important habits. Positive thinking won’t get you anywhere on its own, but it will go a long way toward getting you to do the other things you need to do.

When I tried to stop smoking, I learned that if I let myself think bad thoughts, I would fail. Yet I was able to achieve my goals when I learnt how to dispel negative thoughts and replace them with more optimistic ones. After making this discovery, I decided to put it into practice as often as possible until I was able to develop any habit I desired. It has helped me a lot, and I think it could help most people as well.

If you make this one your top priority, you’ll have an easier time adopting the others. Start by becoming more aware of the negative things you say to yourself. For example, you could keep a small tally sheet and mark each time you have a negative thought. Soon, you’ll be able to spot them and get rid of them.

  1. Do something outside your comfort zone

How much more self-assured and confident do you believe you would be in just one month if you were able to perform something that was just a little bit outside of your comfort zone every single day? Putting yourself out there just a little bit to say hello to someone you don’t usually talk to, message a friend you haven’t seen in a while, or apply for a new job helps you deal with rejection, and you may end up with some amazing opportunities you wouldn’t have had otherwise! Getting out of your comfort zone every day is a good way to deal with anxiety and grow as a person.

  1. Enjoy the little things and celebrate what you’ve done

Take some time out of each day to simply appreciate the simpler pleasures that life has to offer. Make sure you don’t allow such opportunities pass you by before you forget to take pleasure in it. This will keep you on track, help you stay calm, and give you a positive outlook that will spread to every part of your life.

It’s fantastic to celebrate what you’re grateful for, but it’s also a good practice to recognize all your accomplishments. Maintain a record of them, and make it a habit to give yourself praise and recognition on a regular basis for everything you accomplish. This helps you remember how far you’ve come and keep your mind on the good things.

  1. Turn to you!

I’d love to see you integrate some of these behaviors into your everyday routine! Are there any other additional healthy behaviors you love? Tell me in the comments section below!