Today people are busier than ever. People are even busy trying to create a busy lifestyle for themselves. The importance of always being on the go and having that sense of productivity really is the driving force of society. There is a push for self improvement and self indulgences.
Women today are doing everything they can to reach the level of work horse as our male counterparts...and hey ladies we have proven that....now if we could only earn the amount of money. hmmmmmm! The point is, life is busy and fast paced and that means life is quickly passing us by.
The thought that there isn't a moment of peace, not a moment for a breath and always a thought of GO...gives me a headache. Seriously! Having a non-stop life, causes health problems. Headaches, anxiety,depression, sleep deprivation just to name a few.
People these days are so stressed out because of what they do to themselves by not giving their body time to REST! I get it, I am preaching to the choir! Life is busy, we have things to do, people to see, places to go and a life to make, but when does all of this...become worth it?
What about everything that you miss out on by always being on the go? Have you ever really thought about it? It is hard to do. It becomes an out of sight out of mind and your mind is simply busy with other things.
To name a few let's just say you miss out on family, friends, personal relationships, and events. What is crazy is that that list can go just a long as the health problems. With all of this being said (I do have a point) again I ask, when does all of this become worth it?
Does it become worth it when you have everything you think you could have ever wanted but nothing you need. How about when you finally have that career that you have always wanted but you are miserable because you haven't slept in 4 or 5 days? OH! I know, when you miss Christmas with your family because you haven't spoken in months or because your simply... too busy. When does pushing yourself until you break become truly worth it?
It isn't. I understand, in today's life the main importance is building a life, going to college, making money and making something out of yourself that you and ever one else can be proud of. That's my dream! That has been my driving force my entire life. I want to prove to people that I am more than capable of making a successful life. I promise that I understand. However, I have learned throughout my college career that you can't do it alone. Believe me I have tried and I almost cracked.
You can not lose sight of what makes you happy. Please never forget that your family can push you just as hard as you can push yourself. When you are away from home, pick up the phone and call your parents and boast on yourself. Parents love to hear what your doing and that you are proud of whatever the heck your daily life entails.
After your talk you will feel much better and remember that what you are doing actually means something. Too often we forget as time passes...why we are doing what we are trying to do on a daily basis.
Try these tasks if you feel overwhelmed: If you are tired, you may not be able to just stop but plan at least 20 minutes into your day to take a minute to stop thinking. Maybe do some hand yoga if you don't have time to drag out the mat (believe it or not hand yoga is in-fact a thing). No matter your age it is always great to find a hobby, yah know, something that will put your mind on something other than your GPA or how your going to finish a project. These three simple tasks can help your mind relax and save your hair from being pulled out.
Your life is something that should be enjoyed. It is so much more than the ticking of a clock and the passing of time. Maybe you enjoy being busy, I know I do because it makes me feel like I am going somewhere. However, being busy and letting that busy body lifestyle control you is not the same and it is not okay and it is in-fact dangerous. All I am asking is that you take a moment to smell the coffee, flowers, or whatever you take joy in. You will be glad that you did and your body, mind and soul will thank you!
