Hacking Each Day for a More Fulfilling Life Now
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A more fulfilling life is just around the corner. Like most things, it depends on reflection, organization, and action. But we can break it down. By hacking each day into something useful, you can begin your journey. From socializing to hobbies, here are some daily suggestions.
Monday: Highlight Your Biggest Issues
You can’t really move forward with the healing process without understanding your issues. We all have problems, so don’t be embarrassed. Cultivating a more meaningful life for yourself and those around you means working on recognizing and resolving your personal issues. Drugs and other addictions are a perfect example. You can look for specific rehabs in your local area to help with common addictions such as sex, eating disorders, and drugs and alcohol.
Tuesday: Socialize for a More Fulfilling Life
Even in today’s world of connected devices, around 33% of US people feel lonely often. Taking a day out of your life to be socially active can work wonders for your mental and physical health, too! Some of the documented effects of being lonely include mental disorders. But also issues such as high blood pressure, obesity, and diabetes. Staying social helps stave off feelings of loneliness that lead to destructive behavior like overeating or taking substances.
Wednesday: Work on Yourself
From an early age to your elder years, the path to a more fulfilling life begins with working on yourself. Taking the hump of the working week to do something for yourself will help you push through until the weekend. Do something you enjoy, and that is useful to you. This could be treating yourself to a hot chocolate or hitting the gym. Or both! The trick is moderation when it comes to treating yourself. Remember, there is even such a thing as working out too much!
Thursday: A More Fulfilling Life with the Kids
If you have children, then you have an infinite source of joy from which you can draw! Remember, having kids is a privilege, not a right to be taken for granted. Some people, good people, cannot have children. So even if it is just one day a week, spend some meaningful time:
- Spend time doing what the kids enjoy, such as video gaming.
- Take a trip to a local fun center like an arcade or bowling alley.
- Walks in the park as a family can be just as meaningful to the kids.
- How about dinner at a local child-friendly restaurant?
- Use your streaming channels for a fun night of kids’ entertainment.
Spending time with your kids has powerful mental health benefits for you. But it also has a major impact on their overall happiness and development. They will remember and appreciate this.
Friday: Do Something Together
Spending time with the kids is an excellent thing to do as a busy parent. But what about your partner? Whether you are married or in a committed relationship, keeping things fun and loving is crucial and will help fill your life with happiness; because of how much most of us work these days, time as a couple doesn’t have to be extravagant. Just the fact that you have taken time to spend with someone special is often enough. But try to do something you will both enjoy!
Saturday: Hobbies for a More Fulfilling Life
The great thing about hobbies is that you can enjoy them alone or with others. Some are solitary, and that’s fine. One survey found that 74% of people surveyed found hobbies to be an essential part of life. Not everyone has a hobby; part of the fun is discovering one. So, if you don’t have one, why not try new things? If you do have one, try to enjoy yourself. Get out with your camera, work on your old car, or sit around and play your favorite video game!
Sunday: Take it as Easy as Possible
Sunday is a day of rest for most people. We can reflect on the past week and consider what makes you feel most fulfilled in life to further the pursuit. A good Sunday consists of relaxing alone or with your family and friends. In countries like the UK, it isn’t uncommon to cook a Sunday lunch or roast dinner to be enjoyed with the people you care about the most. But if one thing is for sure, try not to work! So, don’t check emails and switch off your work phone!
Knowing When You Need YOU Time
Knowing what you need to work on will help you pursue a more fulfilling life. If you have children, spending time with them is critical for you and them. Of course, there needs to be some time for yourself, so taking it easy on a Sunday is something you will have earned.
