10 things everyone should do at least once a year

1/19/2020

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Society Story: 10 things everyone should do at least once a year

There are different things on this checklist – some can help you become more productive and protect your well-being, while others are simply good for the soul. Take a look at this list and tell us – what else can one do once a year to make the most of every day of their life?

#1 Visit some place you've never been to

It shouldn't necessarily be some faraway country – find a new place in your area and spend at least one day there. Change of scenery is important, especially when you have to solve problems and make important decisions in your everyday life. In a place new for you, you can look at your own life from the outside, reflect on the things that are happening now and reevaluate things. If you are visiting a new place just to have fun, try to spend at least one hour in quietness and listen to your thoughts – you'll be surprised at how differently they sound.

#2 Take a day off in the middle of the week

At least once a year, choose one day when your friends and family are working and make it your personal "treat day". Enjoy your own company and do something only you want! If your job is to take care of your household, forget about your chores for one day. Nothing bad will happen, but after such a day you will feel relaxed and refreshed. You can make it an annual tradition.

#3 Check your health

Even if you feel well, don't forget to visit your doctor regularly. Regular health checks can identify early signs of medical problems. Moreover, such a routine will make you think about your lifestyle and ways to make it healthier.

#4 Clean out your medical cabinet

Everyone has a place where they keep medications – and most of us tend to have unnecessary or expired products there. Using leftover medications can be really dangerous, especially when we are talking about unused prescription drugs. Even if you don't use medications on a regular basis, try to clean your medical cabinet at least once a year. Besides throwing old medicine away, think about what useful medications might be missing.

#5 Check smoke detectors at home

Yes, those things have batteries that can run down. Inspect smoke detectors (at least) once a year just to be on the safe side.

#6 Give the things you don't need to somebody who needs them

It can be clothes, furniture, books, electronics... anything you haven't touched in 12 months. There is always an option to sell those things, but if you are in a position to just get rid of them, think of somebody who might need your stuff. This will be good both for yor and the person you'll help.

#7 Spend a day without gadgets

Today it may even sound a bit crazy – we stay in touch with our loved ones 24/7, we eat with gadgets, exercise with them and even can't sleep without them. Anyway, at least one gadget-free day a year won't do any harm, it will only remind you about the most important things. Of course, it will also be good for your eyes and nervous system. Inform your family or even do it together. Of course, it's better to have such days more often than once a year.

#8 Clean up your phone

Even if you establish a habit of having gadget-free days, you will have to use your phone regularly. All the things you see on the screen of your favorite device actually affect your life and health more than you think. Get rid of all unnecessary subscriptions and apps. Delete everything that drains your focus, irritates or annoys you.

#9 Watch your old pictures and videos, listen to old songs, call your school friends

You can pick one of these options or come up with another way to refresh memories. There's nothing bad in getting nostalgic once in a while: again, this will help you to appreciate the things you've done and been through. Of course, it will also remind you of the most pleasant moments you've had. At least once a year, reflect on your past.

#10 Write a list of things you're proud of

Be sincere. Think about it. Do you appreciate everything you do for yourself and your loved ones? How hard is it for you to do these things? Do you want to keep doing them? It's really important to notice your own progress, which can seem to be insignificant if you think about it every day. Writing such a list once a year can become a good tradition which will help you understand if you're moving in the right direction, and most importantly will remind you of what a wonderful person you are.

Do you regularly do these things? What would you add to this list? Did any of these ideas inspire you?

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25 Comments

Ann Creek

DO NOT THROW OLD MEDICATIONS AWAY. A pharmacy will take them and dispose of them in the correct manner.

Barry Crews

Smoke detectors have an annual date in Australia. Would you believe 1st April - April Fools' Day! True story.

vasily tchaikovsky

Good advices and everybody likes it :100 : 0.so rare score.(some medecines are never old ,just producer makes date by law.)

Markey Stephen

Really good ideas and suggestions, I will definitely take note of these 👍🏾.

gcarl

Smoke detectors are now guaranteed for 10 years. The detector will start chirping when they need to be replaced.

Doris Dallaire

Excellent advice. Thanks for posting.

Jacqui Marie Melanson

I done all of them.

macroburg

I actually do these things but with a lot of prior procrastination! Which 'Bugs' me!

Hildy Berner Schwarz

Ann Creek, in the US, the police department has drop off boxes.

Adriana Zuliani

Good advices. I often do them.

Elizabeth Holmes

I would advise , along with the Fire Brigade , to check smoke detectors once a month , indeed to vacuum them to remove dust every 3 months..

Linalinda Eichin

Great advice I do this every season so tour times year Thank for sharing

ninakamwene

All are great to start a year--spring cleaning I call it. After writing what you're proud of, now take time to answer this question from Mary Morrissey: What would I love?" Really soul search on this one. The mind needs a destination to head to. Call it goal setting, but do it. I do it on my birthday each year. I then compare each year to see my progress. I am amazed how well this works and I am grateful for the results good or not so good, because I know all things are lessons and have hidden gifts if I really look. Also be grateful each day you wake up. There is some one exactly your age, race, and sex who did not see this day. Count your blessings and do senseless acts of kindness. Thank you.

Betty Zesk

VFW will pick up unwanted items

Christine Johnston

#3 Check your health - In parts of England it's difficult to see a doctor with a genuine illness, I can't imagine how long you'd wait if you wanted a check up!