Don’t let your mood decide. You decide.
Change the way you think about stress.
Ever feel like Paul Atreides stranded on Arrakis, but you’re really just in your bedroom?
Forget spice, all you want is a little energy to get out of bed.
But when you try to move, your legs are like, “Here I am, here I remain”.
So you give in.
Raising the white flag, you decide to open your Instagram and check out what your favorite artist has been up to.
And before you know it, you’ve spent the whole day there.
Been there, done that.
We all have those days when we feel low for no real reason.
We usually get why we’re tired, but we don’t really care about feeling blue. Doesn’t sound so bad, right?
Why bother, when you can just drink coffee and put on a movie?
How to carpe diem
Chances are you will feel better tomorrow; but you can also (hear me out), NOT let the stress from your headspace now decide how you’re going to spend the rest of the day.
This is not to say that you should power through whatever you’re going through or anything in extreme, but to just give yourself more than your current state of mind as a reason to back down from stuff you really wanted to do in the rest of your day.
Because let’s face it, that’s all it is most of the time:
“I feel super tired right now.”
“I’m worn out from work.”
“I feel too distracted to do anything else.”
You’d be surprised to know how little effort it takes to actually take control of the situation and make sure you do something rather than nothing.
Zone Out
When you’re feeling down, carve out the next hour just for yourself.
Forget about everything outside and focus on relaxing. A good nap can work wonders, but there are plenty of options, so you can do some trial and error to see what works for you.
Maybe take a warm shower — let the water wash away your worries — or put on some of your favorite music and let it lift your spirits.
Check In
After that hour, take a moment to check in with yourself.
Do you feel a bit more energized?
Now’s your chance to get back into the swing of things and seize the day. Meet up with that friend you’ve been wanting to see, hit the gym for a quick workout, or whip up that meal you’ve been craving.
Carpe benefits
Taking time for yourself isn’t just nice-to-have — it’s crucial for managing your stress in a healthy way, for the long run.
▪️ When you set aside even an hour to unwind, you’re not only reducing the pressure of your daily responsibilities, but you’re also giving yourself space to reset. That break can leave you feeling more refreshed and in a better mood, making it easier for you to enjoy the rest of the day and take on the next.
▪ ️Zoning out also actually makes you more productive. When you step away from all the noise, you come back with better focus and clarity, which means you get more done in less time.
▪️ On top of all this, prioritizing yourself gives you a sense of accomplishment. It makes you feel better about yourself to know that you’re there for yourself. This can also have a positive impact on improving your sleep and boosting your energy levels.
Being there for yourself is easier said than done for most of us, what with our hectic schedules and zero time for making an effort to lead a healthier lifestyle. But you don’t have to do this alone. You can have experts on your side to save hundreds of hours worth of time and energy.
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▪️ Doing something relaxing, like catching up with a friend or cooking a meal, helps you feel more connected — both to others and to yourself. It also gives you time to reflect, which increases self-awareness and helps you process your thoughts and emotions more clearly.
▪️ At the end of the day, making this a habit contributes to your resilience. You’ll find yourself better equipped to handle life’s challenges, and by sticking to this practice, you’re building discipline that benefits not only your personal life, but also your work. When you feel more balanced, everything else feels more manageable and lighter.
So, next time you’re feeling stressed out after work and are making this decision:
Don’t let your mood decide.
You decide.
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