Sometimes, it's time for a change. Our routines become boring, our habits become boring, and our lives seem boring. The good news? You can start changing it right now. But remember one thing: the only person who should find your life interesting is yourself. It doesn't matter what you do, as long as it works. Are you ready to do it?
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Part 1 of 3: Developing Dynamic Interests
Step 1. Find a new hobby
There are hundreds of different ways you can do it on any budget. If you're on a tight budget, try a hobby as simple as picking up a pencil and paper and learning to draw. For a hobby that costs nothing at all, try a country walk or along a river. Or even, you can start learning HTML or CSS. If you're willing to shell out your pocket, take a dance class, music class, or find a hobby that gets your adrenaline pumping. You can try diving, swimming, yoga, cooking, archery, or cycling; and these are just a few examples. Sounds trivial, but if you want you can create a whole lifestyle for yourself, just take your pick. Maybe you like ballet or fishing?
Keeping yourself busy with something you enjoy will reduce boredom, make you happier, and will make you a more pleasant person. That way, you can make new friends. Plus, you'll also have cool skills that you can chat with and show the world
Step 2. Take an online course
If you have the internet, you can search for knowledge. Technology is amazing and there is no room for excuses. There are big sites like Coursera or Khan Academy that offer free online courses. In addition, there are university websites such as MIT and Harvard that aggregate the entire content of certain online courses, and these are available to everyone. This activity will keep you quite busy as well as make your mind work while expanding your horizons. Lots of advantages, right?
And these courses are not like college, where you have to take certain courses. You can surf through the list of lessons and pick 1 or 2 that interest you. And if you break down on the road? There is no such thing as "not passing."
Step 3. Get involved in an organization you trust
Have you ever met someone who dedicated their free time to others less fortunate? It's probably rare, and if you've ever met someone like that, you'd be amazed to see him. Why don't you try to be like that? For example, by volunteering at a hospital or nursing home. You will make yourself and the world a better place.
Doing good will make you see yourself and what happens to you better. Plus, you'll be surrounded by like-minded and interesting people who also want the world to be better
Step 4. Be active in unconventional ways
Being a runner is good. Regularly going to the gym is great. But what if your form of exercise is rock climbing or cross-country backpacking? This kind of exercise is not only good for body and soul, it will also make you really cool. What else is missing?
This is a great way to be healthy and meet people at the same time. Join an adventurous organization or rock-climbing team. You don't feel that crazy? What about the futsal or basketball team? There are lots of groups out there that are made just for fun and don't demand a lot of expertise
Step 5. Do something you never imagined
We all tend to compartmentalize ourselves. We think we're going to like this, we think we should act like it; even though it is of no use to us. Take a few moments to think about something you've never done, then consider doing it. You've never held a snake? Hold on. You've never touched a spider? Touch it. You will surprise yourself.
It doesn't always have to be a terrible thing; You could just go to a classical music concert, if that's something you would never do. The emphasis is on getting out of your comfort zone and becoming a more dynamic person. And this way, you can find out if you really like it or not
Step 6. Get out of your computer
Of course after you finish reading this whole article. Then promise yourself that you will limit the time you spend on Facebook, Twitter, and other sites that won't make your life better. Think about all the hours you wasted mindlessly scrolling your mouse when you could be creating a craft, chatting with family members, or helping a friend? Being in front of the computer constantly will distance your life from anything more interesting and from a better and more complete self.
Don't worry just yet; we all still need a routine. Start by limiting yourself. If you usually spend 30 minutes or an hour a day on your favorite sites, reduce the hours. Instead, read a book or learn a skill you may have been trying to learn for a long time. You don't have to completely quit your routine. Take notes if you want, and write down how much time you spend on activities that are fun and how much time you spend on activities that are not interesting. You will be surprised at how much fun your life will be
Part 2 of 3: Keeping Life Busy and Fun
Step 1. Change your routine
The opinion of others is not important, what matters is that you yourself think that your life is interesting. And to get it, you just need to do a few small steps and a different routine. So get up 15 minutes early in the morning, eat a breakfast you've never eaten before, and sit on the veranda reading the newspaper. Take one day to go to the movies. Do silly things at lunchtime. It doesn't need to be something big, what matters is something different.
Think of one thing every day that you could do differently. Either take another route when you get home, cook a serious dinner, or call a friend you've been out of touch for years. Just try it. It's about "surprising yourself," not someone else
Step 2. Look for local events such as shock markets, festivals, and music events that you can visit
Pick something you find interesting in your area and go for it. Usually there are also local events that don't cost a lot of money, or don't even cost a fortune. By doing things that are not routine, you will continue to surprise yourself and make life fresher and more vibrant.
To find out about local events, read the newspaper, search online, look at flyers on the streets and in cafes, and chat with friends or strangers (such as the girl setting the microphone at your favorite cafe). That way, you'll also create social connections, which in turn will make you feel twice as productive
Step 3. Explore the city where you live
Wherever you go on vacation, the places you visit always seem to be more interesting than where you live. Though there may be many things to do around where you live. It's just that you haven't taken the time to take a closer look, because it's all been there long ago. Open your eyes. What have you missed?
Head to the local tourism office and find out what tourists are doing in your city. there may be museums, boat tours, art galleries, or landmarks that you were previously unaware of or interested in
Step 4. Accept all invitations
If you keep giving excuses that you can't socialize, over time people will forget about you and stop inviting you. Even if you don't really know the people you're taking you out to, or don't really like the places they're going to, give them a chance and go with them. You don't have to do it every time; just once.
Socializing with friends will instantly boost your spirits. If your life is full of work, work, and work, set aside the guilt and responsibilities of the day's stuff, and go have fun. You deserve it
Step 5. Do something spontaneous
On Sunday mornings, you may often be lazing around, browsing Facebook, watching TV, and relaxing. If you find free time like that, use it as an opportunity to do something. Book a room for one night at a local hotel. Look for a buffet breakfast place. Drive and don't plan your route. Make yourself an expert to surprise yourself.
Every now and then plan to do nothing for a day. This is when you don't have to make plans. When that day comes, do whatever comes to mind. It could be watching a movie, it could be going up a mountain, or whatever. Just follow your instincts
Step 6. Plan a party or night out with friends
Planning an activity like this will keep you busy and keep you waiting for the time to come. This activity will also become a memory that you can remember happily. The people around you may also come up with ideas that are worth trying.
Look for such opportunities too. Do you like listening to live music concerts? Buy the guitarist a drink and have a chat with him. Try eating with your new futsal teammates. Sometimes it's you who has to look for the opportunity, and not just sit around waiting
Step 7. Plan a trip
Instead of spending the weekend at home (although weekends are always fun no matter where you are), plan for a trip of about 2 days. You don't have to take time off, and the trip doesn't have to be expensive; You can even go where it's only a half hour drive. There you can spend the whole weekend at the hotel while enjoying room service. Most importantly, go for a walk and have fun!
Is there a place close enough that you've always wanted to visit but haven't been able to? Take this as a great opportunity to make it happen. Even if it only takes an afternoon, the experience will be well worth it. Be a tourist for a while and leave all your routines behind. It's time to relax, learn something, and get out of the routine
Part 3 of 3: Think Positively About Your Life
Step 1. Get rid of anything that bores you
Sometimes life gets too comfortable. We're doing a job we don't like but we need the money to pay our bills, a love relationship that's starting to fade, or we're in a place we don't like. If something big is going on in your life and you're down, then stop it. It may be difficult now, but you will feel better later.
- In a situation like this, you have to weigh the pros and cons. Can you continue or should you stop working? Could it be that your relationship with your partner is just going through a rough patch and that's not usually the case? Make sure you think about all sides before making any major changes.
- Can't find a way out? Then think of some ways to make it more interesting. Ask for projects at work, travel a lot, or do something new and fun with your partner. Everything can change.
Step 2. Clean up the mess
A neat house will make the mind so calm. Maybe you can finally free up space to put some interesting stuff. By doing this, you are showing yourself that you have made a change, and that it will make you a better person. Having a clean house will also bring you joy, help you stay organized, allow you to invite friends over more often without feeling embarrassed, and save you time when you're looking for something.
Getting rid of clutter will also make the room look brighter and bigger, and therefore will make you feel fresher and happier when you wake up in the morning or when you get home from work. Everyone should be happy to be home, and a tidy home will make it easier for you to feel that way
Step 3. Don't like to think negatively
The next time you're invited to a place, or your assignment is approaching a deadline, don't let negative thoughts get in the way. If you can focus on the positive, you'll be able to enjoy even the smallest things. It's very easy to drown in negativity. But you won't be happy if you only see the bad side of things.
If negative thoughts start to enter your head, try to be positive in the end. Later, you will get used to thinking positively by yourself. For example, if you think, “This is so hard…,” then continue with the thought, “… but I'd be really happy if I managed to finish it!”
Step 4. Just care about your own opinion
The idea that “my life isn't interesting” doesn't make sense. Everyone's life must be interesting, because you are who you are and no one is the same as you. Try to focus on the things that interest you, and not other people. Otherwise, you will still feel bored and dissatisfied.
That's why what matters most is your own definition of something interesting. If you find that having 4 jobs and never sleeping is exciting, do it. If your definition means traveling around the world, go for it. If what interests you is having multiple skills, give it a try. Everyone has a different concept and you can only choose one concept
Step 5. Change your diet
When it comes to the sense of taste, keep these two things in mind:
- Eat a balanced diet of good nutrition. This nutritionally balanced diet is good for health and mood. Bad food will leave you with no energy, feeling dizzy, and sick. Plus, realizing that you're taking care of your body will also make you feel better, feel more confident, and happier.
- Create variations. Find some new recipes you want to try. Eat Korean food next Friday. Try flavors you've never tasted before. Eating interesting dishes will make you more excited 3 times a day. You can, right?
Step 6. Take time to relax
Either by pampering yourself once a week, hot bath, or breathing exercises. You need something to help calm down. Everyone needs time to relax for a few hours to get away from work or errands after a busy week. Even if it only takes 15 minutes to read a book, believe me, it's worth it.
Some people are very fanatical about things like yoga and meditation. Others prefer to play video games. There is no right or wrong way to relax, as long as it works for you. After that, you will feel refreshed and ready to start your activities
Step 7. Spend time around happy people
Avoid people who wail and complain about everything all the time. Look for people who have a good sense of humor, who have a positive outlook on life. You will find their positivity contagious. People like this are usually people who also like to find interesting things and something new.
