Start writing a journal
If you are looking to start something new this year, which makes a big difference and is not very hard, consider writing a journal. I started in 2009 and have been doing it every year (except 2011) since then. With 12 years of experience I can say many things about the practice and benefits with conviction. In terms of investment all it needs is a diary and a pen. I buy my diaries from Sri Ramakrishna Math bookstores. The quality is good, price economical and it has lovely quotes and pictures. You don't have to write daily. Write when you have something to write. For me it's mostly everyday but there are days when I don't pick up the diary to write. Write what you want to write. Here are some suggestions for what you can write and what worked for me: Experiences, events and feelings Letting the emotions (pleasant or unpleasant) flow through the ink gives a sense of catharsis and frees up precious mind space. Over time you may realize that the pages of a diary ...