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WWW.UPANDCOMINGWEEKLY.COM DECEMBER 27, 2023 -JANUARY 2, 2024 UCW 13 New Year's Eve is a popular night to go out on the town. It is customary to usher in a new year with friends and family members, and such gatherings tend to run late as celebrants anxiously await the stroke of midnight. e later a New Year's Eve celebration goes, the more likely revelers may have to battle a little fatigue on the first of January. With that in mind, celebrants can consider these ways to re- bound after a fun New Year's Eve. • Make a concerted effort to re- hydrate. ough it may be best to avoid or limit alcohol consump- tion, many people throw such caution to the wind on New Year's Eve. If you went a little overboard in your New Year's Eve revelry, make a concerted and consistent effort to rehydrate upon waking up on January 1. e National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism notes that mild dehydration is one of the contributing factors to a hangover. e NIAAA notes that alcohol suppresses the release of a hor- mone called vasopressin, which sends signals to the kidneys caus- ing them to retain fluid. When a person is drinking alcohol, they tend to urinate frequently and, as a result, experience an excess loss of fluids. Rehydrating the following day can help the body begin to heal. • Do not consume more alco- hol. Most people have heard of the phrase "hair of the dog that bit you," which refers to drinking more alcohol after waking up the morning after overindulging. ough the NIAAA notes that this can provide temporary hang- over relief, it also may prolong the hangover, the symptoms of which will return once the "hair of the dog" wears off. • Engage in some light exercise. Various sources advise against sweating out a hangover, an ap- proach that typically calls for in- dividuals to engage in high-inten- sity, potentially lengthy exercise. Such exercise can exacerbate feelings of dehydration. A low- intensity workout can help, how- ever. Such workouts, which may include light jogging, can still re- lease endorphins, which can help to improve mood and increase oxygen flow to the brain. • Take a nap. Alcohol consump- tion adversely affects sleep qual- ity. According to the Sleep Foun- dation, though alcohol can have a sedative-like quality that induces sleepiness, excessive alcohol con- sumption has been linked to poor sleep quality and duration. In essence, the sleepiness as- sociated with overconsumption of alcohol can quickly wear off, interrupting sleep overnight. A New Year's Day nap can have a restorative effect. It is unwise but not uncommon to overdo it when celebrating New Year's Eve. ough it's always best to avoid overconsumption of alcohol, regardless of the occa- sion, some simple strategies can help people feel better come New Year's Day. January is filled with anticipation and enthu- siasm. It marks the beginning of a fresh year, brimming with untapped potential. Individuals are actively setting goals and aspirations, eager to seize the opportunities that the new year presents. New Year's Resolutions are so 2023. is January, there are plenty of alternative and highly efficient approaches to initiate a new beginning. Strategies that will assist you in monitoring your objectives throughout the year. Be Specific About Your Goals e initial step involves determining which objective, routine, or modification you intend to include in your New Year's plans. is aspect is relatively simple. e more challenging aspect lies in the execution. To aid in this process, it is important to be both practical and precise. If your aim is to lead a healthier lifestyle in the upcoming year, you must break down what exactly that entails. Will you increase your gym visits, plan more nutri- tious meals, or eliminate sugar from your diet? Make A Plan Now that you have identified your objectives, it is time to create a strategy with practical steps. Keep in mind that achieving lasting change re- quires time and commitment, as studies suggest it takes approximately 60-90 days for a new habit to become ingrained. erefore, be prepared for the long-term jour- ney ahead. It is unrealistic to expect a complete life transformation in just two days. e most simple approach to deconstructing a goal is to begin with the intended outcome and proceed in reverse. Take note of all the actions necessary to achieve your goal or establish a lasting habit. Here are a few excellent methods to start your year off on the right track: • Pick A eme or Word for the Year • Consider what is missing in your life and the aspects you wish to improve upon. •Make the word actionable. •"Try on" a few different words to see how they feel and resonate. •Keep it simple and don't over think it. Mini Bucket List Add to your mini bucket list of destinations you wish to visit, the activities you desire to engage in, and the social gatherings and occa- sions you must not overlook. Should you wish to broaden your horizons, consider creating a separate list for each season or month. Do A Life Audit A life assessment involves examining your present life and identifying any disparities be- tween it and your ideal life. Get out a piece of paper and write down these 8 topics: career, finances, personal growth, health, family, relationships, physical appear- ance and environment. en rate each area on a scale from 0 (not satisfied) to 10 (very satisfied). For all the topics that did not score a 10/10 think about why they are not very satisfactory to you. Set goals over the next 12 months that bring you closer to your desired life. SHEILA D. BARKER Staff Writer. COMMENTS? Editor@ upandcomingweekly.com. 910-484-6200. EVENT Tips to rebound after a fun New Year's Eve a STAFF REPORT Level up: Embrace the evolution of personal growth by SHEILA D. BARKER