Managing the demanding lifestyle that so many people live today, especially those in the working or corporate world, can be challenging. Handling work, your personal life and family responsibilities all at the same time can be stressful. However, regardless of how demanding one’s life can get, it’s important to understand how damaging this kind of lifestyle can be to one’s health, and endeavour to find some balance for the sake of your mental, physical and emotional wellbeing. Here is how to go about it; Slow is smooth and smooth is fast This phrase is a reminder that the best way to move fast in any situation is to slow down and take your time, this is the best approach for anyone wanting to do things right. It’s easy to be tempted to move very fast in whatever you do, it’s the nature of today’s world, but that doesn’t mean you need to. What’s important is to make sure that you are productive but this doesn’t mean moving in a fast lane. Break the cycle It’s easy to notice that life is taking you at a very fast pace. When you notice this, do not let yourself get caught up in this commotion. Take a break and be attentive to what your body is telling you. Give yourself time to catch your breath, find some rest and then decide to go back to your duties when you must. Be intentional in doing, because this is the only way you will get out of this cycle. Prioritise ‘me’ time It’s good to find time for yourself regardless of how demanding your work schedule or how challenging family responsibilities can be. Take time off every now and then, to rest and recharge for more tasks ahead. Spending time with yourself also helps you understand your inner-self better. If you don’t do this, it can be easier to get lost into the world and lose track of the things you really care about. Don’t be overly ambitious Setting goals in life is important but going overbroad is not only unrealistic but unhealthy too. Work hard and push yourself just hard enough to accomplish the things you can and really want. This will simplify your life yet at the same time manage to attain your objectives as a person. Follow your passion At times, we tend to be stressed chasing the things we think we want, only to realise that we are doing them because society expects us to. If it’s a job or business, make sure to join a field that you are passionate about. Managing something you love mostly brings fulfilment and reduces chances of stress, this can help you have a more fulfilling and balanced life. Regulate social media use One of the things that have escalated today’s busyness is the use of social media. Whereas this can help keep you updated with current affairs, it can stress you out as well. The constant checking of emails, social media accounts can wear one’s mind and leave them utterly exhausted. It’s, hence, better to not overindulge on social media and avoid unnecessary use of the phone all together. Avoid procrastination When you have a lot on your desk and keep on putting off your tasks for later, this in itself can wear one’s mind faster. For someone who wants to balance their life, they have to plan accordingly such that they do what they need to do, exactly when they need to do it. Let home chores be done at the right time, have work tasks be handled at work such that when it’s time to be with family or friends, your mind is not divided.
