Modern everyday life is full of stressful experiences. The more we age, the number of stressful activities increases and some people start to feel like they do not have enough time for themselves. The point is to create a perfect balance between work, family and our personal activities.
However, creating this balance is something that many people struggle with. There are plenty of challenges along the way, and it all seems like an impossible task, but with a little bit of dedication and planning, achieving this goal is completely possible. Let’s take a look at how you could achieve this and what are some of the activities that will positively affect your mind and your body.
How to balance it out?
Many people have the luck of being able to organize well, without needing to focus extra hard on this task. However, the majority is torn between a wide array of activities that take up a lot of their time every day. The result? An unhappy individual that does not have enough time for the really important matters that bring long-term satisfaction and happiness.
If you feel like you are getting nowhere and that you don’t have any time for the things you like, it is time to start planning and organizing your time. Start of by pulling out your calendar and see those loopholes where you have some spare time. Now, instead of filling that time with unplanned activities that will keep you away from your self-growth path, it is better to find an activity, or several of them, that will help you slowly move forward.
The biggest problem that younger generations are now facing, both millennials and Generation Z, is definitely instant gratification. Get away from those entertaining online videos and Netflix binging, and focus on doing things that actually matter for your future. Let’s take a look at what some of those activities are.
Reading
Reading is an activity that brings a great number of benefits to you. You will learn to communicate better, expand your vocabulary and keep your brain more active. However, it is also important to pick the right material to read. Start of with some books that read easy, and slowly progress to reading the classics, epic fiction or even sci-fi. No matter what genre you enjoy, you are going to experience the benefits.
You think that there is not enough time for this? Well, think again. Reading 15 minutes per day is enough for you to finish a book in a month. That’s 12 books every year, 12 times better than what you are doing today.
Therefore, the next time you are getting ready to sleep, instead of glancing over your Instagram and Facebook feed, turn of all the devices (or at least silence them) and pick up a book. Not only will you learn new things, but you are going to sleep better as well.
Physical activity
While reading a book is a great exercise for your mind, physical activity is necessary for the wellbeing of your whole body, including your brain. Now, many people think they are too busy and that there is no way in which they can find enough time to establish a workout regimen, but this is not the case.
It only takes a half-an-hour a day for a workout program that will keep your blood flowing and make you healthier. Furthermore, if you believe that it is necessary to waste time in order to establish your workout session, you are mistaken.
There are plenty of online resources with already existing workout routines for different types of individuals. You can use Android and iOS apps, Darebee, Bodybuilding.com and other similar resources for finding plans that will get you to your desired results.
There are plenty of benefits of working out, so start moving – your energy levels are going to explode, making you capable of being more active and vigilant throughout the day.
Enjoying music
There are millions of people who enjoy music. If you enjoyed it at any point in life, it might be a good chance to dedicate more time for it. It will also get your brain working and allow you to relax from a hard day.
For example, if you have played an instrument in the past, you could pick it up again and have some fun. Connect with old friends and make a local tribute band. It is a great activity that will keep you motivated and connect you with the local community.
On the other hand, if you love listening to music, finding cheap concert tickets is now easier than ever. Simply get online and start searching for concerts that you would like to visit. It is a perfect way to get away from the daily stresses of life and spend some time having fun with your friends.
Taking courses
The modern industry is moving forward in big strides. In order to stay a good employee and create more options in your future career, it is necessary to acquire new skills and learn about the latest trends. Additionally, if this is not your goal, you can always pick up a new language and start learning slowly.
This is something you can work on in your spare time. The modern elearning platforms allow you to move at your own pace. For example, you can opt for Udemy, Khan Academy, Coursera, and many other similar platforms.
They include both free and paid courses, and on some of the courses, you can become a certified expert in a particular sphere.
What are the benefits? Well, there are careers in digital marketing that are growing and lack experts. The same goes for the coding industry. But, for example, there is no formal education for digital marketing experts, making the courses the only resource where you can acquire knowledge. Finishing these courses is going to be enough for your next employee, which will open a possibility for you to pivot to a completely different career.
These are only some of the options, there is literally a course for anything online, and you can acquire more knowledge from any respective field. If you are looking for a way to achieve personal growth, this is a great option. Plus, all of the finished courses can be attached to your LinkedIn profile.
Blogging
Do you want to share you experience and thoughts with the world? Do you want to help others make the right purchasing decisions? Do you want to write about music or film? Do you want to depict travel locations you have visited with other people? This is where blogging comes in. Becoming a blogger is quite easy nowadays.
A domain and hosting will run you about $50 per year, and you can immediately start blogging. Along the way, you will get to understand how the online world functions and over a longer period of time you will get to connect with hundreds, if not, thousands of people.
Blogging is also a great way of learning new things, improving your writing and speaking skills, and expanding your vocabulary. There is even a bonus, depending on the niche you are in, you can turn it into a profitable experience (Disclaimer: Don’t start a blog if you just want money).
The goal is to talk about things surrounding you and share them with others. It is also a good way to learn new things and connect with people. It is a perfect pastime activity that is going to let you unwind and relax.
These are only some of the activities you could implement in your current lifestyle. There are many more that will provide you with similar benefits. The goal is to stay active and engage your brain and your body. To put it simply, any activity you find relaxing and that you love doing should definitely find its place in your weekly schedule, as it will help you get through life more easily.
