Better Homes and Gardens\u00ae Real Estate is excited to introduce 100 Ways to Be Better, which is all about improving your life as well as the lives of those around you. Below you will discover a variety of tips and ideas to help you fill the year with growth, happiness, and giving. Whether you are interested in ways to enhance your home or want to learn how to improve your sleep, there are tons of tips for you to check out. We also believe that one small act of kindness can significantly impact others and improve your community. Consider trying a few of the charity ideas in your spare time.<\/p>\n
1. Write down your goals and learn how to achieve them<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 2. Shovel your neighbor\u2019s driveway after a snowstorm.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 3. Alleviate stress and get organized<\/a>. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 4. Start a gratitude journal.\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 5. Set up a fitness room<\/a>.\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 6. Meditate more<\/a>, especially before bed.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 7. <\/span> Donate unused items<\/a> to those in need.\u00a0\u00a0 \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 8. Invest in apps that improve your state of mind<\/a>.\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 9. Listen to inspirational podcasts.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 10. Leave a positive comment on a social post. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 11. Buy from companies that treat their employees fairly.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 12. Pay for the person<\/a> in line behind you.\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 13. Surprise your server with a generous tip. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 14. Start the DIY project<\/a> you\u2019ve been putting off. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 15. Read literature about black history month.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 16. Organize<\/a> your junk drawer. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 17. Learn how to improve your sleep.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 18. Declutter and organize your phone. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 19. <\/span>Help BHGRE\u00ae and New Story build homes for families in need.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 20. Organize your kitchen<\/a> pantry and cabinets.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 21. Call your loved ones more often.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 22. <\/span>Support women-owned businesses. (#Women\u2019s History Month)<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 23. Create a calm workspace<\/a> at home.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 24. <\/span>Increase the value of your home<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 25. Reduce clutter<\/a> and clean your home in a sustainable way.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 26. Ditch plastic and invest in reusable items<\/a>. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 27. <\/span>Help a neighbor plan or plant a garden<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 28. Recycle through upcycling<\/a>. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 29. <\/span>Give flowers<\/a> to a stranger.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 30. Switch to rechargeable batteries<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 31. Make your home eco-friendly<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 32. Grow vegetables<\/a> and donate what you don\u2019t use. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 33. Follow social accounts that share positive news and tips. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 34. Spruce up your community<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 35. Organize a community garage sale<\/a> and donate the proceeds to charity. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 36. Plant trees in your community or start a community garden<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 37. <\/span>Gather a few friends and clean a local park or beach<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 38. Shop for groceries<\/a> for an elderly neighbor.\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 39. Give away items you no longer need<\/a> via NextDoor. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 40. <\/span>Take a walk as a family and pick up trash along the way.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 41. Support local businesses.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 42. Host a yard sale<\/a> and donate the proceeds to charity.<\/span>\u00a0\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 43. Smile at strangers or say hello. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 44. Consume less meat<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 45. Text or call someone you haven\u2019t spoken to in a while.\u00a0\u00a0 <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 46. Put inspirational signs in your car window. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 47. Take a day off to unplug and do your favorite things.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 48. Become pen pals with a homebound senior.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 49. Send a friend delivery with their favorite foods for no reason. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 50. Make your own compost<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 51. Help a friend or neighbor move.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 52. <\/span>Cook your favorite recipe<\/a> for a neighbor or coworker.\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 53. Boost your mood with more plants around your home<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 54. Help save the bees<\/a>. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 55. Eat better to feel better<\/a>. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 56. Spend more time outside<\/a> with family and friends.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 57. Create an outdoor space<\/a> you will love.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 58. Give up your seat on a crowded bus, train, or subway.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 59. Make your home safe for pets<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 60. Donate old blankets, towels, and toys to animal shelters.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 61. Foster a pet<\/a> for adoption.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 62. Introduce yourself to new neighbors and bring fresh flowers<\/a>.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n 63. After a positive experience with a worker, let their boss know. <\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n