A blog of lessons for life

Whether we realize it or not, life can sometimes fall into a routine that feels stagnant. We tend to get used to how things flow and then one fine day, we find ourselves feeling like we are in a kind of a mental rut with no signs of improvement. However, making some changes to the way you live can help you discover the variety that you needed to bring about a refreshed and renewed feeling. 1. Change your routine It might seem like a small thing to do, but you will be surprised how changing your routine can work wonders for you. From the type of food that you choose, your bathing time, to your bedtime, making these tiny yet powerful shifts in your daily routine can help you enjoy your day and feel happy. Daily routines can get monotonous and breaking them will help you feel more energetic. 2. Take time off As important as it is to work for your living, it is also equally important to ensure that you take a break. Taking a break is a crucial part of maintaining your mental and physical health while ensuring that your productivity levels at work are good. Taking a break will mean something different for each person. So everyone must understand what their idea of relaxation is, for themselves. For some, it could be anything from going on a vacation while some of you love staying at home and yet enjoy their “me” time. 3. Find an activity

There are times in your life when you are just not able to function like you normally do and you need to learn to manage your anxiety better. It happens to the best of us. You may find yourself plagued by worrying thoughts or fears more often than usual. Typically, anxiety is experienced on a physical and mental level. It can have a drastic effect on your daily life, so to control it, there are a few simple things that you can do to help feel better. 1. Get some exercise Exercise has been known to have a positive effect on anxiety. Exercising your body does not have to mean doing repetitive strenuous workouts that stress your muscles, especially because you are looking for something calming. You can try Pilates, Yoga, or even just plain Jogging to get your body moving. The aim here is to do exercises that you enjoy so that your body releases endorphins, the hormone that makes the workout experience so satisfying for people. My personal feel good exercise plan is 4 times Gym and 1 time Cardio with some Yoga. It took me quite a while to figure out what is best for my body – so don’t give up to quickly just keep on trying which kind of exercises are best for you. 2. Regular sleep Our sleep cycles can affect us more than most people realize. Getting the recommended eight hours of sleep each day can boost your mood and your body is