Thanks to globalisation, worldwide events like pandemics and climate change, and the rapid advancement of technology, everything seems to be moving at a fast pace, in the modern world. Because of this, it is easy for many people to feel overwhelmed. Living in a state of constant change, we need to adapt quickly, as well as relax more.
Fortunately, in the 21st century, we have many advanced tools, knowledge and technology at our disposal to help us get through all the daily challenges we face. One of the goals for many people is to live a long, healthy life. To reach old age with relative fitness, so we can enjoy the good things in life, well into our “golden years”.
We can do this by embracing wellbeing, such as following a healthy routine of exercise, close-to-nature food, meditation and a satisfying social life. These are classic tenets of health, and the reason why people in the “Blue Zones”, like Sardinia and Okinawa, comfortably live into their 100 years of age. Next, we have compiled a number of modern health tips, that will increase your longevity and overall wellbeing.
Clarity of Space, Clarity of Mind
Before anything else, we recommend taking deep breaths and allocate some time for reflection, every week. Most people are too “busy” these days, constantly drowned in work and various other responsibilities. It’s important to acknowledge the different factors making you feel anxious or overwhelmed, so you can deal with them directly.
Perhaps it’s the pile of paperwork on your desk, or that you have an overflowing stack of clothes in your closet? Your environment dictates your mood, so give your space some clarity. Get rid of what you don’t need anymore (be fierce, you probably won’t miss any of it). Then organise things so that they are in their designated place.
Mindfulness and decluttering apps can be of great help here. Similarly, digital calendars and project management tools on your smartphone can serve as your personal assistant, reminding you of appointments and helping you get things done. Writing things down, digitally or on paper, will also help you to mentally declutter.
You can do this by creating a list of things you need or want to do. You can organise them by priority or by date — such as “Today”, Tomorrow”, “This Week”. Then write down all the steps you need to take, and create a plan to put them into action. By breaking down your solution into small steps, the tasks will appear more attainable.