21 Life Changing Healthy Habits for 2026
Hello friends,
I want to take a moment to share some encouraging words about change, wellness in our lifestyles, and the importance of building healthy habits.
When you see a butterfly, what comes to mind? Do you admire its vibrant colors, the gracefulness of its flight, or perhaps consider the journey it took to become a butterfly? Remember, the butterfly wasn’t always what it is today. It underwent significant changes and a transformative period while in its cocoon. Similarly, we are always evolving, transforming, and becoming something new.
As it says in 2 Corinthians 5:17, if anyone is in Christ, the old has passed away, and the new has come.
Here are a few ideas on practical steps toward change for the new year!
Step 1: Reflect and Analyze: While doing this, consider all areas of your life!
What has been effective and what hasn’t in your life recently? Which healthy habits have positively impacted you? Are there any areas or habits you wish to change?
Step 2: What do you hope to achieve by the end of 2026?
Examples might include spiritual growth, physical health, financial stability, and overall lifestyle wellness. Do you want to renew any unhealthy mindsets or enhance your relationships? How about improving your safety, work habits, and time management?
Step 3: Make Your 2026 Goals and Healthy Habits List: It can be very beneficial to create a list of priorities as you contemplate your goals and new healthy habits.
How can you adjust your schedule to include these new habits? Do you need to wake up earlier? Perhaps you should rearrange your timetable and even eliminate some activities? Maybe consider setting time limits or removing apps from your phone if you're aiming to enhance your brain health and sleep.
This week, I encourage you to take some time to journal and reflect on the areas where you want to focus on growth and improvement.
Remember, friends, it’s about progress, not perfection.
Here are 21 Life Changing Healthy Habits that I love:
Choose 2 or 3 and start incorporating them into your everyday routine.
1. Capture negative thoughts
2. Establish morning and evening rituals
3. Monitor your expenses with a spending tracker
4. Disconnect for 30-60 minutes before going to bed
5. Transform worries into prayer requests… Don’t forget to check out the video on YouTube about How to Pray
6. Drive safely—avoid distractions and adhere to the speed limit
7. Implement a monthly budget
Take a look at the Budget Binder available for purchase!
8. Opt for fruit instead of sugary desserts
9. Journaling
10. Listen before you speak
11. Take a pause before making a large purchase
12. Make your bed every day
13. Plan and prepare meals weekly
14. Enjoy your favorite hobbies vs doom scrolling
15. Read more books
16. Read the Bible and focus on its truths
17. Create a workout plan: aim for at least 30-60 minutes a day, 4 times a week or more
18. Set up a weekly cleaning schedule
19. Speak and think positively about yourself and others
20. Spend time in nature
21. Ensure you get enough sleep
I feel an overwhelming sense of gratitude as I look back on how God has redeemed, changed, and transformed various aspects of my life. If you’re interested in my BUTTERFLY TRANSFORMATION STORY check out my About Page.
Lisa Hice
www.simplelivingtoday.com
