Goals for the Blind and Visually Impaired for the New Year
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New Years Goals for the Blind and Visually Impaired
Happy New Year from WSB! Do you need some help coming up with some manageable goals for 2021? We know 2020 was an unprecedented year, with probably a lot of your goals thrown out the window. We wanted to share some simple ideas to get you started on the right track in the New Year.
1. Go on Walk Every Day
There are so many benefits to going for a walk every day. It doesn’t need to be a huge walk but even a 10-minute walk around the neighborhood can have great benefits for our mental and physical health. Not to mention, it keeps your O&M skills sharp!
2. Go somewhere new each week.
This might seem like a simple task for some, but it can be challenging for the blind and visually impaired community. We have to plan so much more when going somewhere new but that doesn’t mean it is impossible! Again, it can be something simple. Try a new coffee shop or even going for a walk in a new neighborhood.
You don’t even need to leave your house to be transported to somewhere new with the AIRA podcast! AIRA has a series on their podcast “Afternoons at the Museum” where you can learn all about different museums and virtually go through exhibits (and we know they’re trained in creating great audio descriptions!).
3. Try out a new hobby
There are so many ways to keep yourself entertained these days. Why not take some time this New Year to figure out a hobby you really enjoy? Try cooking a new recipe or even starting a workout plan. You don’t have to do it every day but figuring out a hobby you enjoy is a great way to start off the year.
4. Reach out to someone every day
Before 2020, isolation and loneliness in the blind and visually impaired community was already a huge problem. Now, many people in the blind and visually impaired community may feel even more isolated due to the pandemic. Reaching out to someone every day can help you feel less alone, even if you are inside by yourself every day!
If you don’t have many people to reach out to now, you can even reach out on Facebook groups. There are so many blindness and disability-focused Facebook groups if you search for them. This is also so important if you are grieving your own vision loss, or you know someone who has lost their vision recently.
5. Start a new career
Start the new year off right by starting a new career! WSB has so many career-training programs on-campus and online. With an 85% placement rate after graduation, WSB can help you find your dream career this year! Even if you aren’t sure what you want to study, we are here to help you decide. Contact us if you are interested!
6. Journal
Similar to going for a walk every day, there are tremendous benefits for journaling. With all of the stress of the world, it can be a great way to get your feelings out and try a different kind of creative outlet.
What are your goals for the New Year?
If you are interested in guest blogging for WSB or have any topics you would like us to cover, please contact Lee Rogers at lrogers@wsblind.org or 501-664-7100