“The biggest thing in life to achieve is happiness, it comes to you when you make others happy” said by Napoleon Hill.
In today’s competitive world, money is the biggest need for everyone regardless of gender, race or Age; for this we need to work but at the same time work life balance is very important. We do not need to be miserable to live a successful and happy life because we cannot be truly satisfied by our work until we are satisfied with the quality of our life. Therefore, a well-balanced life where we spent quality time with our significant others is very important and good for mental health too.
To live a balanced life, here are some simple tips that can be helpful to live a happy life.
1. Make a priority list
Ask yourself, what things are important to you and how much (you can rate also), it can be your family, friends, job etc. After that prioritize them and manage your time accordingly. If someone asks you to commit something new (even if its just for one day) ask yourself whether it will make you closer to your goals or to your loved ones? Or it will be time wasting for you. Manage your time according to your priorities and make your life as simple as possible.
2. Work for your brain growth
Work is important but simultaneously, your brain growth is also important so try to attend different self-improvement conferences or seminars that help you to increase your personality and skills. Take out some time to read books, researches say that to make your brain a Super brain, you should read a book in one week. Stop procrastinating things and work for your learning and development. Avoid negative thoughts and move forward in your life.
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• Diet
• Avoid Negative Thoughts
• Exercise
• Health Nutrients (vitamins and minerals)
• Peer group
• Sleep
• Clean environment
• Brain safety
• Read
• Stress Management
3.Focus on Self Care
Your body also needs your attention and care so take out some time for your health and wellbeing. Try to eat healthy and nutritious food, avoid junk food, avoid addictives like cigarettes and other substances. Try to walk or exercise daily for 15 to 20 minutes. Do what your hobbies are, it will improve your productivity, it will recharge you with joy.
4. Don’t Forget to have fun
Go on vacations and discover nature, this is the best relaxation technique that will surely improve your mood and productivity.
5. Be open in communication
Talk to your managers and employers openly and discuss your issues with them, if extra work is given to you ask help from colleagues, there is nothing wrong taking assistance. Do not get over stressed by work. Or if you get overburdened ask assertively whether they can increase you deadline.
Lastly, to end with a quote “never get too busy making a living that you forget to make a life” by Anonymous.
The author Naureen Rehman is passionate about public health and has served at various organizations like AKU, Naya Jeevan & Aahung.