The key is in not spending time but in investing it. – Stephen R. Covey
Time is the most powerful weapon a person can have in his life. Its effect depends on its application.
Misuse it and wait how time shatters you in life. Contrary, those who value their time and spend it productively will see how their timely efforts ease the way toward their destination.
Ever wonder how much time you have spent on social media today?
We have never realized that we waste our golden time merely scrolling on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter. Laughing at memes and enjoying fights between strangers in the comment section is all we want to do in our life.
You know, we as a youth have a problem. We visualize our future as the most successful person in the world, enjoying all the luxuries of life. But, when it comes to putting sincere efforts into achieving the aim, we are zero in our performance.
5 ACTIVITIES YOU CAN PERFORM DURING YOUR LEISURE TIME
I am not saying that you should indulge in work and ignore everything. NO, maintain the balance. Take time as money and spend it wisely because you will never have it back once you lose.
Here are the five ideas that will help you to make productive use of your time
- READ BOOKS
Develop the habit of reading books. Even reading 2-3 pages is enough to start this good habit.
Read a variety of books. They can be motivational, science fiction, non-fictional stories, and autobiographies of human history legends.
- It enhances your vocabulary.
- Your knowledge is increased.
- It strengthens your mind.
- It reduces your stress level and helps you to fight depression.
Once you start this routine, you will feel a remarkable change in your personality. So please don’t wait for the right time to start this habit; select the book and start reading it from today.
- NATURE HUNT
Nature is the best healer and the great motivator. The deaf and blind writer, Hellen Keller, appreciates and enjoys her walk-in forest. Why can’t we find an extraordinary thing in nature despite having all five senses?
If you go for a morning walk, the chirping of birds, the rustling of leaves, and the cool breeze energize you for the whole day.
Admire and praise the beauty of nature, and in return, nature will provide you with a peaceful and soothing environment.
- Walk also help you to lose weight
- It prevents you from multiple disorders like heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure, cancer, and type 2 diabetes.
- It provides strength to your muscles and bones.
Start your day by walking for half an hour in the garden instead of using social media. You will feel a difference in your energy levels throughout the day.
- LEARN A SKILL
Plenty of time and don’t know how to utilize it. Start learning a new skill.
you can learn the following skills during your free time:
- You can learn how to play piano, guitar and other musical instruments of your interest.
- You can master new languages.
- Develop online skills like web development, freelancing, blogging, etc
- Learn horse riding, swimming, cricket, table tennis, and many other sports.
- Do calligraphy practice.
- Improve your communication skill
- Work on your soft skills
A never-ending list of skills is present on the internet that you can learn.
Remember one thing, expertise in anything never goes wasted. Your skill helps you either to relax your mind or in the attainment of your goal.
- CREATE A PASSIVE INCOME SOURCE
After completing your working hours, if you still have some time left, invest it to produce a passive income source, according to -Warren Buffet.
If you do not find a way to make money while you sleep, you will work until you die.”
Passive income requires studious consistent effort and time initially. Once you start making passive money, very less effort will be needed to maintain it. Enjoy your financial freedom after it.
I have mentioned a few passive income ideas below:
- Start blogging and monetize your blog
- Affiliate marketer
- Freelancing
- Develop and sell courses online
- Invest in digital market and stocks
- Invest in construction sites
- Build and sell properties
- Start your YouTube channel
- Establish your shopping store
- SPEND QUALITY TIME WITH YOUR FAMILY
Instead of wasting your time on mobile phones, laptops, and T.V, spend it with your family. Play with your children after coming back from work.
Go for a picnic on holidays and travel during summer and winter vacations. Show your love to your family by spending time with them.
Your family doesn’t only need money from you; they also require your valuable time and attention.
CONCLUSION
What do we lack today? It is proper guidance and instruction.
There is a need to educate our children about the advantages and disadvantages of technology and inform them how they can use it positively without wasting their precious time.
