Time Management
Once a management buzzword, time management is something slipping off. The common excuse is, “No time.” Yet, managing time well means managing oneself. Spend at least an hour reflecting and writing down where your time goes. Are you overcommitted at work? Spending hours on meaningless activities? Trying to pack too much into one day?
Review what
you’ve written and choose what truly matters. This is the start - discard habits
that waste your time. Planning your day helps keep life organized and opens
space for more meaningful activities (HEALTHY NO-COOK EASY CHICKEN CHICKEN SALAD).
Knowing when to say no and when to say yes is essential. Not every social event needs your attendance just to be seen; be there for genuine reasons. Boundaries apply at work too - professionally communicate when tasks fall outside your role or when your plate is full. Even at home, it’s not about being a superhero and doing everything alone. Sharing responsibilities with family, including kids, lightens the load and creates balance.
Social Media
Setting boundaries extends to social media use. Whether for work, business, or
socializing, people unknowingly
spend hours scrolling without stopping. This time often eats into personal
moments and self-care. Monitor your social media habits to reclaim your time
and mental space.
Adequate Sleep
Sleep struggles have become common, often influenced by social media and
overstimulated minds that refuse to shut down. Some even use “lack of time” as
an excuse. Insufficient sleep leads to a tired mind, emotional instability, and
reduced physical performance. Building a sleep routine trains your mind to rest
properly, helping you wake up refreshed and ready for the day.
Natural Therapy
Physical activity is a proven remedy for mental health - whether gardening, walking, or exercise. Yoga stands out globally as one of the best natural therapies for mental well-being. It works on your breath, body, mind, and soul, offering natural refreshment and detoxification. Yoga improves flexibility, tones muscles, regulates blood flow and oxygen, and combats aging. Breathing exercises bring calmness, while mindfulness helps slow down the mind and root it in the present moment (HOLISTIC WELLNESS YOGA QUICK TIPS).
Taking care of your mental health is an ongoing journey, not a one-time fix. Start small, stay consistent, and watch how these simple changes create space for greater well-being every day.
“Ms Nava, a “Zenpreneur,” founded Nava’s Zen at 58 and now, in her 60s, channels 22 years of lecturing (13 with Curtin University’s degree-twinning program) into Zen Holistic Wellness. A certified yoga instructor, coach, and counsellor, she shows how small daily steps can lead to lifelong well-being.
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