WHAT DO YOU DO FOR FUN?
7 out of a series of 10 Life Hacks for the New Year
Sometimes I stand still, only to notice people rushing around and pushing past me, to get to where they need to. How many of them do you think slow down, take time off to have fun?
We have been bombarded with the idea that working hard is the only way to success. But fun plays an important role in achieving your goals. Sure, we all have responsibilities to tackle, jobs to get done and things to manage. However, as the saying goes, “Don’t take life too seriously. You’ll never get out of it alive.” Making time for fun is key to life and living.
Remember; fun is in the equation of balance.
Many people throw fun out of the equation because they think adult responsibilities trump fun. Truth is, it’s all about balance. In life, and in all that we do, there needs to be balance. I believe that when there is balance between work and play, you have fun at both.
Besides having a good excuse to get away from our busy schedule, having fun helps us de-stress and forget worries and responsibilities, even if just for a couple of hours. This aside, biologically, our body releases anti-stress hormones which enables us to relax and be more productive as a result.
Of course, ‘what is fun’ is defined differently by everyone. From taking an art class, to dancing or playing a sport, the most important thing is to ensure that you are actually having fun and are not being pressured into an activity your friends think is fun. Sure, you can try new things and accompany loved ones on their fun day, but your enjoyment and experience are equally important.
I once read somewhere that FUN stands for
FREE, UNLIMITED AND NOW!
Be free to try new things. Give yourself time to have unlimited fun — keep your head up and let your hair down. Seize the now!
So, tell me, what do you do for fun?
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