Who Says You Have To Ride In The Fast Lane To Enjoy Life? [Tips]

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Everything in life has become so fast! If you need to get to work in a hurry, there’s the HOV lane! If you don’t have time to go inside a restaurant to eat a meal, there’s the drive-thru window. No time to sit in front of a computer to retrieve your emails, so have them sent to your smart phone! Why are we in such a rush? Ever take time to see what’s really around you?

Who say’s you have to ride in the fast lane to enjoy your life? How can you do that when you’re so used to moving full speed toward everything? Here’s how:

Do less. It’s hard to slow down when you are trying to do a million things. Instead, make the conscious choice to do less. Focus on what’s really important, what really needs to be done, and let go of the rest. Put space between tasks and appointments, so you can move through your days at a more leisurely pace.

Disconnect. Don’t always be connected. If you carry around an iPhone or Blackberry or other mobile device, shut it off. Better yet, learn to leave it behind when possible. If you work on a computer most of the day, have times when you disconnect so you can focus on other things. Being connected all the time means we’re subject to interruptions, we’re constantly stressed about information coming in, we are at the mercy of the demands of others.

Appreciate nature. Many of us are shut in our homes and offices and cars and trains most of the time, and rarely do we get the chance to go outside. And often even when people are outside, they’re talking on their cell phones. Instead, take the time to go outside and really observe nature, take a deep breath of fresh air, enjoy the serenity of water and greenery.

Find pleasure in anything. This is related to being present, but taking it a step farther. Whatever you’re doing, be fully present … and also appreciate every aspect of it, and find the enjoyable aspects.

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