Think small
This week, I’m challenging you to think small! I imagine you’re more accustomed to hearing people say, “Think big!” But for now, I’d like you to consider the advantages of thinking small -- and by this I mean intentionally making a small change in your life for the better. It can feel overwhelming to think about making major life changes and, at this particular time, big changes seem a little more challenging to carry out. But if you start small, and stay at it, I can guarantee that over time, it will make a big difference. In other words, take it one step at a time.
You may already have your own ideas about implementing gradual change in your life, but here are some additional ones to get the ball rolling.
Save money for a rainy day!
Use only paper bills for purchases when you pay with cash. At the end of each day, empty all of your change into a jar. Then, every other month, roll up your change and deposit it into a special savings account. You’ll be surprised at how these coins can add up at the end of a year. Plus, you’ll have gotten into the habit of saving!
Smart thinking for car owners!
If you own a car, invest in a tire pressure gauge (approx. $10) to keep your tires inflated at just the right pressure. This little habit could increase your fuel efficiency by two miles per gallon, while also increasing the life of your tires by 15%! And I’ve read that if just 1,000 people made this change, 994,000 gallons of gas would be saved over their lifetime!
Eat healthier!
According to a Cambridge University study, making small changes to your lifestyle can have a big impact on your life expectancy. By adding an extra fruit or vegetable every week until you are eating 5 a day, you could add 3 years to your life! The same goes for increasing your exercise moderately. By opting to take the stairs instead of an elevator or parking a little farther from the grocery store, you can add a little cardio exercise to your day and walk a little bit more as well.
Think environmentally!
When you buy products, choose aluminum, tin, and glass containers and pulp cardboard packaging. They all have recycled content, even if the term “recycled” isn’t printed on it.
So, I hope I’ve given you some ideas to get you jump-started or you may have even come up with your own ideas. If by chance you decide to take on all of my suggestions, you could be wealthier, healthier, and help save the planet. And that’s not “small” at all!
“He or she who moves a mountain,
begins by carrying away small stones.” ConfuciusTh