25 People Share Things That Improved Their Lives So Much, Th…
Article created by: Gabija Palšytė
Have you ever learned something that blew your mind but simultaneously made you regret all of the time you spent not doing it? Like meal prepping on Sunday evening, watching your favorite Netflix show while walking on the treadmill, or working remotely instead of commuting. We are always on the lookout for ways to improve the quality of our lives, so why not hear some tips from others online too?
2 weeks ago, Reddit user Kxrll reached out asking others to share the things that improved their lives so much they wish they had started doing them sooner. The comments were flooded with time-saving tips and habits people developed that increased their happiness. So we hope you enjoy reading the responses below, and maybe you’ll even be inspired to start reading every evening or eating healthier as well. Be sure to upvote the replies that resonate with you, and then if you’re interested in finding out more small habits that can have an impact on your daily life, check out this Bored Panda piece next.
Doing at least one chore a day.
You would be amazed at how well getting *something* done, even if you hate it, can fight back against certain depressive mentalities, particularly the ones that convince you you’re useless or are a burden.
Moved away from the state I grew up in. I didn’t know how unhappy I was. I had gotten used to being miserable and now that I’m in a better area I’m a completely different person.
I stopped living my life just waiting for the weekend. When you work 5 days a week and have just 2 off, it’s not good to be always waiting for those 2 days. You can plan something meaningful or fun every day, even if it’s just a small thing.
I started viewing things as potential experiences rather than just opportunities for achievement.
Before that, for example, if I took a class then I was only focused on the grade. If I couldn’t get a good grade, I didn’t like the class. Heck, I wouldn’t even start a book if I thought it might be too hard or too long and I might not finish it.
Then I realized the purpose of classes (and books and other things) was to learn and that hard ones were likely the ones I learned the most from, even if I didn’t get the best grade.
I started doing all sorts of stuff with the idea that I just wanted the experience. Even if I was the worst one out there, who cares? I wasn’t there for the achievement, I wanted to learn things.
This works socially as well and I started taking way more risks, telling myself that, at the very least, it would be a learning experience.
I saw a saying once: “It’s only a failure if you stop trying, otherwise, it’s an experiment.” I love it.
Eating dinner or a late snack at work. Too often I would leave work hungry, and the temptation driving past Chick-fil-A or the corner taco shop was too much. I’ve kept my weight under control for a couple of years now, having dropped from the 220s to the 170s.
Got a proper diagnosis. I think a lot of people that for years questioned themselves “what’s wrong with me?” when they finally got diagnosed it’s a big relief and changes a lot in a better way
Bachelor degree at 47 years old. Master degree at 50 years old.
Doubled my salary in 4 years, from just getting by to on track for retiring at 60.
When I was told that I would lose my eyesight it made me pay more attention to how beautiful the sky was. I can still see and I enjoy watching the clouds on a level I can’t even explain.
Meeting my wife. That woman fills my heart in ways words can’t describe. It just can’t be too much sooner because then I wouldn’t have my awesome step-sons.
Learning how to do everything myself. Car issue? Look it up. Fix my fence? Look it up. Just do it all myself. Replace valves? Look it up.
If they don’t find you handsome, they should at least find you handy.
Not everyone can afford this but: moving closer to work.
My commute went from 45 miserable minutes in traffic glaring in hatred at the tail lights in front of me to a pleasant 15 minute bike ride. I got an hour of free time every day and better health.
Finding the right therapist. Been in since I was 9, and found the right one at 23. It’s only been maybe 6 months but I’ve already unpacked so much more trauma in that small time than I did all the other YEARS wasted in therapy.
Exercise every day. Anxiety and depression are much easier to manage, and I got some confidence I haven’t had in years
