Wellness
None of this is expert advice. It's what people worked out for themselves, usually the hard way — what actually helped, and what they'd tell someone standing where you are. Take what fits and leave the rest.
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Pinpoint what brings you joy and spend as much time on those activities as possible.
- Everyone is different; what helps one person may not help another.
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Spend time in nature by walking or finding a spot to sit and breathe quietly.
It is so helpful.
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Take very cold showers on really bad days to boost your mood.
help boost my mood
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Eat well, sleep well, and dress well to make thinking well easier.
Good physical habits help with better thinking.
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Read free books on a Kindle app during spare time to help keep your mind at ease.
Helps keep the mind at ease.
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Eat a quick breakfast at home, such as oats and fruits.
It saves time and money while providing energy.
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Place a microwaveable heat eye mask over your eyes at night, especially if you wear contacts or stare at screens for work.
It helps relieve strain.
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Find peace through activities like getting a job, doing jiu jitsu, lifting weights, running, going outside, writing, or meditating.
You don't need to forgive him.
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Wake up early to eat a relaxed breakfast and avoid feeling rushed.
It prevents the feeling of being rushed.
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Intentionally plan for rest as part of growth instead of feeling guilty about it.
Without rest, nothing lasts, and real growth includes recovery.
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Take breaks to avoid burnout from overdoing things.
One person regretted overworking because it led to burnout.
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Schedule intentional daily time for physical activities like walking in a park or riding a bike.
It may benefit you by increasing mood.
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Take cold showers after your workout.
It really makes a difference.
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Reward yourself after finishing work by choosing activities that do not leave your body feeling bad hours later.
Shame around comfort is toxic; mindful rewards prevent physical regret.
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Check if you are actually overwhelmed or exhausted rather than lazy, and take a real break if needed.
Many people perceived as lazy are simply incredibly overwhelmed or exhausted.
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Diversify sources of dopamine and serotonin by engaging in activities like walking, watching sunsets or sunrises, and taking community recreation classes.
Having multiple sources for feeling good prevents over-reliance on one source.
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Focus on sleep, nutrition, mindfulness/meditation, and physical activity to maintain bodily and mental health.
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