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Get Those Goals!
While a new year won’t erase the problems of the year gone by, it is an excellent opportunity for a mindset refresh. If you’re looking to make any sort of improvement in your life, the library has resources to help. The best news is, you don’t even have to leave home to access digital resources.
Many people make resolutions to change their diet, their health or their finances. The galleries below focus on adopting a vegan diet, health and wellness and future finances. You’ll find articles, ebooks, documentaries, and scientific research curated for your perusal.
The galleries below have been curated by staff and link to free, digital content. You may be asked to login using your name, library card and PIN. Once logged into a database, you will be taken directly to the article. Your browser will usually remember logging in for the next time.
P.S. Need a Library Card? Signing up for a library card is free for residents of the Region of Waterloo. You can start with a digital card to gain immediate access to online collections (like the ones below).
Push it to the Limit!
Hit the new year running with this get-up and get going playlist. These songs are here for you to start a new chapter, pull through the Covid blues and remind you that you are, in fact, amazing.
Veganuary
Veganuary started as a UK based charity that promotes and educates people about veganism. It encourages those interested in adopting a vegan lifestyle for the month of January. This gives people who are not vegan insight into the lifestyle with regards to the environmental impact, personal health and wellbeing. If you are up for a New Year’s activity or challenge we’ve provided some resources about veganism from our databases for you to check out.
Get Motivated
After reflecting on an unpredictable year, maybe it’s time to establish some new goals for yourself. Perhaps directing attention to your personal growth, health or work are on your list but you’re looking for inspiration on how to begin. Take a look at these resources and you might be motivated to stop procrastinating, get organized and focus on your goals.
Future Finances
This past year has been a stressful time, and one that has required everyone to reevaluate their financial situation. Have a look at some of these resources to help you with some of the basics to set yourself back on track for a better and less stressful new year.
Heffner Studio
From coding to music production to digital media creation, the team at Heffner Studio does it all. They’ve got online programs for all ages and experience, so don’t be scared to try something new.
Wellness
Your living room is as good a place as any to get active or check in on your mental health. Virtual library programs this session include instructional sessions like yoga, ballet, and tai chi as well as informational sessions on tarot readings and grief.
Get Social
Beat the winter blues and get social with us! Get Social programs are just for fun. Programs vary, but we have enjoyed media discussions, trivia and the popular music bingo. Sometimes we even get competitive with prizes to give away.
KPL’s Winter Festival
A benefit of online programming is that you can check out many programs. The Winter Festival was new in 2020 and was a collection of events for all ages to have some fun during holidays. Our favourites are the Make with Us and Snow Sculpting videos which are perfect for adults.