2025 is coming - here are 5 ways you can start the new year on the right foot and save money!
2025 is coming. It is crazy that we are even uttering that number. Time has moved so quickly. We have new challenges ahead, but that also means we have lots to look forward to. If you are interested in thriving in the new year, we have gathered our 5 best tips to start 2025 right.Â
1. Save Money on Household Bills
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2. Reassess Your Budget
Take note of all your expenses. Your rent or mortgage. Household bills. Groceries. Spending money, the gym, and leisure. See where you could cut back on spending. Could you reduce your weekly takeaway meal to every two weeks instead and experiment with making yummy meals instead? Can you compare your bills to free up more money to put into your high-yield savings account? Reconsider your budget and tackle the new year!
3. Declutter Your Home
There is truly nothing better than going into a new year feeling like your environment has been refreshed. Take the time to go through each room in your home. Check the drawers and cupboards and pull out any items that you just no longer need. Consider donating or recycling where possible. You will be amazed at how much a tidy environment impacts your wellbeing. You got this!
4. Be Realistic, Yet Optimistic with Goal Setting
Of course, the new year is often about setting new goals. This is the time to be optimistic and positive about what you want to achieve. But it’s also important to be realistic. You can do so by specific and setting measurable goals that you can track and see record results. That way, you can reward yourself for progress and prevent feeling discouraged if you don’t see the end result right away. Start with small steps and make sure you celebrate the wins along the way!
5. Learn Something New
Give yourself an exciting new challenge for the new year. Learning something new such as a hobby or a skill, can elevate your year, give you purpose outside of work, and help stimulate mental and cognitive wellbeing. Learn a new language – you can do so for free with apps like Duolingo. Learn how to code. Start an online course. Start painting or pottery. Or simply set yourself a reading challenge for the year.