Setting new year’s resolutions can be overwhelming so I have compiled a list of new year’s resolution ideas below and grouped them by categories including career, personal growth, relationships, family & friends, financial, hobbies, and health & fitness.
2021 has been a challenging year for all of us, but we can’t let that stop us from living our best lives in 2022!
In fact, this is actually the best opportunity to plan for the new year by setting some BIG new year’s resolutions for the new year.
Because the good thing about hitting rock bottom, there’s only one way left to go and that’s up.
Here are 50 new year’s resolution ideas for 2022. Scroll through the list and pick out a few that resonate with you.
Career Goals
1. Get A Promotion
Aim toward getting a promotion and take your career to the next level.
A lateral move can be just as beneficial because it allows you to pick up new skills and experiences.
2. Change Careers
If you’re not satisfied with your current job, then make it your new year’s resolution to find a job you enjoy.
Switch to a different career that truly aligns with your passion.
Use these affirmations for a new job to align your energy with the vibrations of thriving in your dream job.
3. Start Your Own Business
Tired of working for other people? Manifest your own business empire.
So many people dream of starting their own business but they are under the limiting belief that it takes blood, sweat, and tears to do so.
But there’s a much easier way to do it which is manifestation.
How do I know this? Because I have manifested my own business using it.
Manifestation works for all kinds of things, so of course, starting your own business is one of them.
When you put your energy first and maintain vibrational alignment with your desire, everything you need will flow to you effortlessly.
Follow these 5 steps and manifest your own business today.
4. Invest In Education
Invest in yourself by taking courses and lessons.
These courses can help you advance your career and or branch off into a new side hustle.
5. Become More Organized
The best way to get organized is to plan.
Pick up a planner and plan your day, weeks, and months so you never miss a deadline again.
6. Take On A Special Project
Step outside your comfort zone and take on a challenging assignment or task.
They are a great opportunity to expand your horizons and build new connections.
7. Establish Work-Life Balance
If you’re feeling stressed and burnt out, maybe this is the year to take a step back and relax a little.
Make time for yourself by truly disconnecting from work every night or go on a much-needed vacation.
Personal Goals
8. Read More Books
Reading is one of the best ways to grow as a person.
If you’re not an avid reader, try setting a realistic target such as reading 1 book a month.
If you’re looking for some book recommendations, check out:
- 10 Best Self-Help Books For Women To Read
- 10 Best Law of Attraction Books for Beginners
- 12 Life-Changing Personal Development Books To Read
9. Make Time For Self Care
It’s no use to make a self-care routine and not practice it.
Block off time for yourself into your calendar or agenda.
Use this time to pamper yourself or simply do something you enjoy.
10. Practice Gratitude
Gratitude can be a life-changing practice if you truly commit to it. No matter where you are in life, you are bound to have something you are thankful for.
If you’re finding it hard to stay on track with your gratitude practice, you should try using a gratitude journal.
Check out our digital 365-Day Gratitude Journal that can help you reflect on gratitude one journal prompt at a time.
11. Check-In With Yourself
Mental self-care is just as important as physical self-care.
Check in with yourself regularly throughout the week.
One of my favorite ways to manage stress and anxiety is using the Emotional Guidance Scale.
12. Do Random Acts of Kindness
Is there a better feeling than to perform a random act of kindness for someone you love?
Remember the saying: you get what you give.
13. Listen To Podcasts
If you find yourself too busy to read, you can try to listen to podcasts instead.
Podcasts are a fantastic way to absorb new information while multitasking.
14. Start A Journal
The new year is the best time to start a journal. Your journal is the best place to let go of all of your mental clutter. Just put your pen to paper and start writing freely.
If you are just starting, you may find it easier to reflect on journal prompts instead of free writing.
15. Become More Confident
Do you ever wish you were ever more confident? Well, you totally can! Confidence is a skill and like all skills, you can get better with practice.
Make a list of tasks that are outside of your comfort zone, and try to accomplish one every month.
Follow this blog post to manifest more confidence in 5 steps.
Then use these affirmations for confidence every day to maintain it.
16. Use A Planner
Plan and accomplish more this year by using a planner.
Planners are fantastic tools for you to plan your days so you can set goals, stay organized, and stay on schedule.
If you’re like me and you have a bad habit of abandoning your planners, then you are the perfect candidate for a printable planner template instead.
Just print it out and use it whenever you need it.
17. Solo Travel
Try traveling solo as part of your new year’s resolution!
It’s a wonderful experience and you will definitely get to know yourself on a deeper level after the trip.
18. Social Media Detox
Take a break from social media and focus on yourself.
Unfollow anyone who is not serving you or makes you feel bad about yourself.
19. Set Goals For The Year
Take some time to set some big goals for yourself next year.
Expand on these goals by creating an action plan and timelines.
Revisit these goals throughout the year and track your results to stay motivated.
20. Try Manifesting
Manifesting is the process of allowing your desires to come into reality using the Law of Attraction.
You can use the Law of Attraction to manifest money, relationships, happiness, and more.
Once you have learned the concepts of manifestation and the Law of Attraction, there’s no limit to what you can bring into your reality.
21. Stick To Your Resolutions
Don’t just set it and forget it! Make this the year where you actually stick to your new year’s resolutions.
Relationship Goals
22. Create Meaningful Connections
Go beyond surface connections and acquaintances.
We all long for deep connection with other people and the only way to do that is to let our walls down a little.
Remember that your vibe attracts your tribe.
When you give out friendly vibes, you are in the perfect position to attract friendly people into your life.
Follow this 5-step guide to manifest more friends.
23. Find The Love You Deserve
Manifest a loving relationship that you deserve. To receive the love that you deserve, you must embody the energy of love in your daily life.
Follow these 5 steps to manifest the love you’ve been longing for.
Shift your vibrations toward love by using these affirmations for love.
24. Set Boundaries
If there are people in your life that are draining your happiness, then maybe you need to set some boundaries.
Setting boundaries allows you to protect your physical and mental well-being without the need to cut people out of your life completely.
25. Make Time For Family & Friends
Make it a priority to spend time with the people you love.
Schedule a weekly or monthly gathering with your loved ones to catch up.
26. Plan A Vacation
Make some group memories by going on a trip with your loved ones.
27. Let Go Of Toxic People
Sometimes friendships run their course and you need to cut them off from your circle.
Let go of any resentment and be grateful for the lessons you learned from this experience.
28. Connect With Old Friends
Hit up some old friends and catch up! It’s always good to find out what your friends are up to and rekindle some old friendships.
Financial Goals
29. Create A Budget
Create a realistic budget for the year. Calculate how much money you will earn, spend, and save this year.
30. Save More Money
A popular new year’s resolution is to save a bigger portion of that paycheck.
Saving money gives you the flexibility to withstand rainy days or make additional income through investing.
31. Invest Your Money
Start investing now. Because of the way compound return works, the earlier you invest, the more money you’ll have in the future.
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32. Spend Less Money
Cut back on any unnecessary spending. These are things that you want but don’t need such as clothes, eating out, or the latest tech gadget.
33. Make A Wish List
While it’s important to watch your spending, it’s just as important to treat yourself to something nice every once in a while.
Make a wish list of the things you want to buy and treat yourself after you’ve accomplished a goal.
34. Start A Side Hustle
Starting a side hustle can be a great way to bring in additional income. With the internet, there are opportunities everywhere.
Start a blog, work as a virtual assistant, or start a youtube channel.
Follow these 5 steps and manifest your own business today.
35. Pay Off Your Debts
Take control of your financial situation and pay off your debts.
The longer you let your debt sit, the more interest you have to pay.
When you are free from debt, you can truly begin to rebuild your life and manifest the dream life that you have always wanted.
Follow this blog post and learn how to match the vibration of money in 3 steps.
36. Adopt An Abundance Mindset
Many of us were raised with a “lack” mentality. We focus on the things that we don’t have or the things that aren’t working.
But the way to attract more money into your life is to adopt an abundance mindset. Be grateful for what you do have and you’ll attract more of it into your life.
Hobbies Goals
37. Learn A New Hobby
Make it your new year’s resolution to try a new hobby this year. It doesn’t matter if you’re good at it or bad at it as long as you have fun with it.
38. Share Your Gifts With The World
Share your talent with the world. Don’t let the fear of being judged stop you! We all have unique talents that we can share with the world.
39. Find Your Community
Hobbies are even more fun when you find people who share similar interests as you. Join a club or online group that is related to your hobby.
For example, if you like to read, try joining a local book club or an online book club.
40. Perfect Your Craft
Practice makes perfect. No one ever starts as a professional. If you want to get better at something, you just need to practice.
Watch some tutorial videos, take a lesson, or talk to experts!
41. Monetize Your Hobby
Turn that hobby of yours into a business. There’s always a market for talented people and products.
Start a social media account and showcase your goods and services. Start an online store for people to buy your products.
Follow these 5 steps and manifest your own business today.
Health & Fitness Goals
42. Eat Healthier
Dieting sucks but healthy eating is always in style.
Try to incorporate more greens and fruits into your diet. Replace processed foods with whole foods.
Make eating healthy fun by trying out new recipes and sharing them with your loved ones.
43. Exercise Regularly
Build a realistic exercise routine for your new year’s resolution.
Make exercising fun by doing something you enjoy.
Use these affirmations to stay healthy and fit by raising your vibrations.
44. Lose Weight
Set a realistic target for your ideal weight and work toward it.
Follow these 5 steps to manifest weight loss for good.
Set a realistic target for your ideal weight and work toward it.
Track your progress using a weight tracker template.
45. Try Meditation
Meditation is a great way to lower stress and be more present. Even just a few minutes of deep breathing is enough to quiet the mind.
If you’re a beginner, use these guided meditations for manifestation to get started.
46. Be Mindful
Mindfulness is the practice of purposely bringing one’s attention to experiences occurring in the present moment without judgment.
One of the easiest ways to practice mindfulness is when you’re eating a meal. Slow down and savor every bite of the food you are eating.
47. Try Meal Planning
Meal planning is a great way to stay on track with your health and fitness goals. You plan your meals a week in advance and you have access to healthy, home-cooked meals all week long.
You may find this meal planner and grocery list template helpful.
48. Clear Your Skin
Say goodbye to acne and manifest clear and healthy skin.
Start by following my 5-step guide on manifesting clear skin.
Continue to maintain clear skin by using these affirmations for clear skin every day.
49. Drink More Water
It’s always good to drink more water. The daily recommended water intake is 8 glasses.
I find that one of the best ways to drink more water is to keep a large bottle of water nearby at all times. It definitely helps if the bottle is cute too!
50. Stick To A Sleep Schedule
Fix your sleep schedule and manifest a restful sleep every night.
Sleep is the time when your body heals and repairs itself, so it’s good to make sleep a priority every night. Try to stick to a consistent bedtime and wake time.
End your day with a manifestation evening routine to manifest while you sleep.
Do you have any new year’s resolution ideas that you want to share? Let me know down in the comments below.