By Aria
Falcone, JIF ‘17
Life is like juggling: as we seem to
hold onto one aspect of it, everything else is up in the air. Everything lies
amidst the delicate balance of throwing and catching, and if we aren’t careful,
all of the metaphorical balls will come crashing down. We all want to catch the
elusive idea of balance, but we stumble upon obstacles that cause us to
sacrifice sleep, time with family, and our own relaxation. However, it is
imperative that we strive to have balance in our lives. Although I’m just an
almost-17-year-old girl who hasn’t experienced the full stresses of life, I do
know what it is like to feel overwhelmed by the sight of my entire life up in
the air. Here are some tips and tricks that I’ve discovered throughout my
search for balance.
Get
organized! Organization can help us to keep track
of our busy schedules, and with it, we feel more prepared and more confident.
For specific tips on organization, refer to my previous post, Organizational Tips for
Reducing Stress.
Take
a walk. If you’re feeling overwhelmed,
distracted, sad, or just can’t seem to focus, taking a walk is always my best
remedy. Walks provide an opportunity for some low-impact physical activity, a
change of scenery, and fresh air. Moreover, they allow you to clear your mind
and focus on the things that matter to you. Whether you need to marvel at the
beauty of Earth, to figure out how you feel about a certain issue, or to think about
a loved one, going for a walk is a wonderful solution. Bring your dog if you
have one!
Call
a loved one. Before getting to work, spend 10 or 15
minutes catching up with someone you care about. It will make their day so much
brighter because you thought to call, and it will make yours brighter by
talking to them!
Keep
a journal. Writing down my thoughts helps me to
let them go. It also helps me to find solutions to problems that are going on.
Plus, years later, it is interesting to read old entries and see how I have
changed and how I have stayed the same.
Enjoy
every moment of your life. Despite all of the busyness we all have
in our lives, it is incredibly important that we enjoy every moment that we
have. Cultivate friendships and relationships with family. Take every
opportunity that is given to you. Use your passions to help change the world.
Life is like juggling: as we seem to hold onto one aspect of it,
everything else is up in the air. However, as we live our lives, we are
constantly learning, changing, and growing. Instead of focusing on all that we
are juggling and worrying about keeping everything up in the air, we need to
find joy, peace, and hope.
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