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December is a time to think about family, gifts, fun, food, and travel.
It’s like switching automatically the moment we start the month when the festive atmosphere kicks in.
This mood allows us to relax and unwind after a long year. And this year we’ve had big challenges from Covid anxiety to financial stress, so everyone just wants to enjoy the past few weeks.
But before we strike a pose, there are a few more things we need to take care of so the new year can start off with a bang.
We should not get too caught up in the pleasure of neglecting everyday things. Some of these things to remember to add to your to-do list are listed below:
1. Track costs
It is actually true that many of us often overspend in December. There’s just something about this month that makes us spend money we can’t afford and makes us ignore important habits like expense tracking.
Tracking your expenses is one way to avoid going bankrupt or in debt in January. It may seem like a bit of a buzz kill to pause that fun and track your spending, but you’ll thank yourself for it later. To make things easier for you, you can use an app and have an accountability partner to keep you on track.
2. Upcoming school budgets
School budgets often give people huge headaches at the beginning of each year. Part of the reason this happens is ignoring the need for proper December financial planning.
Start planning early to escape this cycle of inefficiency when it comes to school fees and other necessities. This will greatly help you be better prepared, whether you have school-aged children or you are planning your own school year.
3. Eating healthy
This is another big thing that is often forgotten when the holiday season begins. We know healthy eating should be a daily activity whether it’s the holidays or not, but December is a special case.
Remember that your health does not stop in December. In fact, this is when you need to be careful about what you put in your body because it’s pretty easy to go overboard on snacks.
4. Sleep schedules
We sometimes forget that enough sleep is still important. People spend this time with family and friends, leaving no time for proper rest at night.
Making sure you have healthy sleeping habits will also have a positive impact on your health, mood, and appearance. You will look and feel refreshed as you prepare for a brand-new year.
5. Tracking target
Finally, let’s talk about goal tracking. We all had plans we hoped to accomplish or make progress in this year, and the best time to think was in December.
This is extremely important to do before the new year begins as it will give you a head start and avoid confusion.
You should write in your journal where you were at the beginning of the year, where you are now, and what you need to work on.
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