What's the rush?

I have noticed that there seems to be a quickly growing trend of people that lose patience quite easier and are in such a rush. A rush to work, a rush to school, a rush to the movies, a rush in relationships, and rushing just overall in life.

I think that it is easy to lose focus and not stop to slow down and smell the roses. Although we are all busy, it is only takes a few minutes to slow down and enjoy your surroundings.

I have several personal challenges health-wise that keep me home bound as you may or may not know already from viewing my other blogs. I have been forced to slow down whether I wanted to or not, as I had no choice but to slow down. I am a multitasking type of person and I still use this tool. However, I have learned that I need to do one thing at a time, and I have noticed that I manage to get more done, have little or no errors in my work, and I am able to obtain more work.

I have noticed that I have been seeing such a rush in the dating scene, and seeing that so many do not take the time to savor the specialness of a long term relationship. Enjoying each other's company through conversation and genuine interest. When things are rushed it makes everything more difficult and if each person slowed down then there would be a better change for the relationship to grow. This can be applied to almost any relationship.

I have managed to do some soul searching over the last few years and I have noticed that I have grown so much in my life. I tap into my common sense on a 24/7 basis and have noticed that life has been so much better. I can recognize time-wasters and easily move on to something better.

Some pointers in trying to live life to the fullest:

1. Slow down! Take a few minutes to an hour out of the day to just relax, just be. You will find that you will be more at ease, and regain focus.

2. Find a hobby. Search for a hobby that you enjoy doing and brings you joy. I have always loved to write and it has helped me to get all of my emotions on paper, cope with challenging issues, and feel free after expressing myself.

3. Spend time with a friend or family member. Relationships with others are important as they provide a social interaction. I do have a hard time with meeting others in person due to the challenges I have however I have been going out to workout several times a week so this allows me to be social with others quite easily.

4. Take a technology time off! What this means is taking time off from the computer, from your cell phone, or television. This will help you to unplug and do something else that is relaxing such going for a walk or reading a book.