We all have problems to deal with on a day-to-day basis. Maybe it’s getting an important work project done or going to the doctor because you’re worried about a mole. Maybe you’re incredibly burnt out from raising a small child, or you’re just feeling anxiety from all that’s going on around the world. There are a lot of reasons that people want to improve and streamline their lives with the hope of making their daily problems that much easier to deal with.

Here we will explore small but powerful changes that you can make to your life to start seeing long-term benefits. These may not seem like much at first, but small and numerous changes can ultimately lead to a more fulfilling life with less stress to worry about.

Vitamin B12

Vitamin B12 is the vitamin that’s most often associated with a vegan diet, mostly because it’s the one vitamin that such a diet cannot provide. And it’s a common assumption that a deficiency in this essential B vitamin is something that only affects vegans, but the truth is most people have some kind of deficiency in it.

You might get just enough of it to stave off some of the more severe symptoms, but if you’ve been feeling endlessly tired and nothing you’ve tried will help, it might be worth getting a B12 supplement. It comes in many forms, but it’s usually recommended to take around 2000 mcg of it a week, usually as a pill.

Screens And Sleeping

People around the world get less sleep than ever, and it’s believed that a big part of this is because of the amount of time that we spend on our devices. The brain starts putting us to sleep when it’s dark, so being exposed to bright lights – like that of a smartphone screen – can seriously impair our ability to fall asleep in a natural way.

Most sleep experts advise turning off any screen at least an hour before bed, giving the brain plenty of time to release the right hormones and chemicals to help us fall asleep. Some even advise on switching off all light sources altogether an hour before bed to really improve sleep.

Spending Time Outdoors

This might not be for everyone, but the science is clear: spending more time in nature is good for both your physical and mental health. There are plenty of reasons for this, including the quiet of the natural world, the clean air, sunshine, and even looking at plants has been proven to lower levels of stress and anxiety. It doesn’t mean that you must go out and spend a weekend camping, but even walking through the local park for a few hours during the week can have a profound effect on your overall mental health. If you do have access to a nature reserve, it’s worth it to try and visit as often as you can to reap the benefits.