10 Easy & FREE Things To Improve Your Quality Of Life

 

I came up with a list of things anyone can do each day and improve one’s quality of life.  I took this list and I printed it out and added it to the front of my 2026 day planner.  They cost us nothing, but they will make us rich.

 

1.  Remove the words “hate” and “can’t” from your vocabulary. 

I would love to live in a world where these words were no longer used as part of our daily language.  It is possible to live with hatred in our minds and in our hearts.  Hate is a choice.  Another choice is when we “can’t” do something because the truth is we can always find a way.  We are able to do whatever we set our minds to, even if we need help from another to accomplish that task or goal. 

2.  Stop swearing and use proper grammar.

Peppering our everyday speech with profanity should be the exception, not the norm.  It amazes me how often people are unable to carry on a conversation without using profanity.  Don’t even get me started about the use of grammar.  It is enough to make any English teacher swoon.  However, when we choose to speak in a manner that is proper and without cursing it elevates us to an entirely different level.  It’s really quite amazing. 

3.  Replace soda with sparkling water 

A lot of people drink a ton of soda each day, but there is nothing remotely healthy or nutritional about it, plus it has become very expensive.  Try replacing that soda with sparkling water.  It costs less, comes in a boatload of yummy flavors and it satisfies that fizzy craving.

 

4.  Eat better 

I’ve been preaching this one for a while.  Swear off the junk and ultra processed foods that are so unhealthy for us.  Eat good quality fruits, vegetables, cheese and meats.  Your body and your wallet will thank you and you will feel so much better.

 

5.  Avoid sugar 

Most of us can agree we eat too much sugar and we need to cut down.  A lot.!  Make wiser choices to satisfy that sweet tooth like fruit or good quality yogurt.  By cutting down on sugar we reap so many healthy benefits and our bodies do better.  So does our mood.

 

6.  Take a walk at least 3 times a week 

Get outside and breath the fresh air, feel the rain on your face, admire the landscaping and say hello to the people you meet along the way.  A regular walking routine is amazing for boosting energy levels and morale.  Do it!

 

7.  Drink more water 

It is important for us to hydrate.  Make a point to drink 3 or 4 full glasses of water each day, more if you feel the need.  Your body will let you know.  Next time you are tempted to reach for something to drink, try water first.

 

8.  Practice gratitude and act with grace 

This has become one of the main principles for which I live.  Gratitude is a strong key to happiness and contentment.  We want less.  And to act with grace is to understand one another and have compassion for our fellow humans.  No one is perfect, ourselves included.  Stop judging.  Don’t be so harsh, don’t criticize.  And forgive.

 

9.  Take time to sit quietly at least 3 times a week 

It may sound silly, but most of us never to this.  With so much noise surrounding us we need to sit for a while and simply be.  Quiet the mind, quiet our bodies and just breathe in and out for a while to reset and recharge.

 

10.  Get enough sleep 

Proper rest is so important to our physical and mental health.  Don’t skimp out on a proper night sleep and take a nap if you need to.  As important as it is for us to move and maintain our strength and mobility.  Sleep is just as important.

 

These ten simple things will do a lot to improve our quality of life and enrich us.  It is important to take good care of ourselves.  It will make us into much better people.