Out with the Old: 20 Bad Habits to Leave Behind in 2021 and Beyond

The New Year  is officially two weeks away, and many of us have begun the tradition of writing down our new year resolutions and goalsWhat will the new year bring for you? What do you plan on doing differently to have a more successful and memorable year? These are all questions we ask ourselves in hopes of becoming a better person each year—but why wait until a new year to change?

It’s never too early to break bad habits and become a better you! Having a clear and organized plan ahead of what you are wanting to change and make better for yourself is the key to being successful in your new year resolution journey.  We know how difficult it can be to break bad habits—so we’re giving you a list of 20 habits you should be leaving behind in 2021. Check them out below.

20 Bad Habits to Leave Behind in 2021

  1. Being judgmental

  2. Being lazy

  3. Making excuses for people that drain your energy

  4. Overworking yourself

  5. Not taking care of your body—physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually

  6. Resisting change

  7. Making excuses

  8. Poor punctuality

  9. Not taking responsibility for your actions

  10. Allowing your mind to think negative thoughts

  11. Complaining

  12. Not being mindful of your spending habits

  13. Not practicing self-care

  14. Inactivity

  15. Comparing yourself to others

  16. Worrying about the opinions of others

  17. Too much screen time

  18. Gossiping

  19. Saying yes even when you want to say no

  20. Guilt tripping

These are all bad habits to leave behind in 2021 that we can afford to get rid of as the new year approaches, and remember—it’s never too early to start now! #NewYearResolutions 

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  1. Thank you for helping us lady bosses stay sharp & shining from within right on to our beautiful exterior.

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