LIFESTYLE & LIVING

Are there days when you feel bored? Not necessarily tired, but just bored. Such days are rarely a typical workday, or since you are aware of the negative effects of overworking (the ugly side of too much grinding), as discussed in a former article (link posted below), you opt to relax. However, you might have had enough of scrolling through social media and binge-watching on Netflix and now wondering what else you could do on your rest day. The fact that you might also not want a nap is relatable-believe me, it is. However, the main problem is deciding how to spend such days. More so when you are short on cash or, let's say- when you're broke. Credit: Pixabay  There are many ways you can overcome boredom and enjoy life. These tips can enhance your mental clarity so that you resume working fully motivated and energized, thus even more productive.   Rearranging Your Closet - In the process, you could discover clothes and shoes that no longer fit you or those you have not worn in...

Credit: Pixabay Most people today feel empty and unhappy. We live in a technological era, either witnessing the emergence of the internet or being born into societies with such advancements. Therefore, technology has a role to play mainly because of social media, which embeds the belief that one is not enough or cannot measure up. However, there are other factors to blame for the feeling of emptiness in this generation, which, sadly, are rarely being discussed. Aside from the fact that physical and mental health issues are significant culprits, specific lifestyle factors could explain your feelings of emptiness. So you might need to check these lifestyle factors and how they might be affecting your happiness.  A Lack of Purpose: Following the Tide The belief that it is better to do what everyone else is doing rather than find and pursue your purpose is a common problem in this generation. Interestingly, seeking and achieving goals feels good, especially when everyone applauds y...

It has probably been a long and hectic week, and you are looking forward to a fun and restful weekend. Besides, we know that rest will prep you for a productive week ahead. However, most of us are familiar with that groggy, tired feeling, especially on Monday mornings. It can get so bad that it feels like an eternity before the next weekend.  Besides, it can make you worry about how you will accomplish your work goals that week, especially when you have deadlines to meet.  But did you know that this feeling can change depending on how you spend your weekends? Here are a few self-care and unwinding tips for an energetic and productive week ahead.  A Good Night Sleep Credit: pickupimage.com Highlighting a good night's sleep as the first tip is intentional. Firstly, it is impossible to think clearly and function efficiently when you are sleep-deprived, let alone the health consequences like heart disease that might result. You probably have been working more than twelve hour...

By now, it's obvious that the grind culture is quite common to you. We live at a time when everyone wants or is expected to work every hour and minute of each day, and sadly, even late into the night. For example, when was the last time you enjoyed breakfast, lunch, and dinner without checking your email? Or at least going half a day without a phone-related call, surprisingly, even on your off day. Even without these, there's an emerging or established culture that we must push ourselves further when it comes to working. I bet you have come across the pressure about the need to have a side hustle that you engage in before and after your day job instead of idling around watching T.V or just having some time to yourself. This mentality creates the perception that you are losing or missing out on reaching your goals whenever you are unproductive. It is becoming so bad that some go to the extent of not getting sufficient sleep and essential self-care, which are the main ingredients...