Have you ever noticed how children much joy out of simple activities? Playing on a daily basis keeps them happy and safe. They go about their daily tasks, finding a fun way to do everything. A bath turns into an adventure full of squirting, splashing, pouring and dumping. The simple act of washing is a new joy as they discover the world around them through play.
In adulthood, too often we forget that joy. It's become too easy to get into a rut, going from one activity to another with a feeling of dull drudgery in simply trying to survive from one day to another. We work, eat, travel and relax, through our daily activities as if they were stored. We lose the spontaneity and joy of our childhood, replacing with the boredom and drudgery.
It is time for everything to end – time to make our happy days again! Here are some great tips to save a bit of play back into your day.
1. Spend time with children
Kids stress relievers can be great. They are innocent, enthusiastic, and can you remember all the things you love life. If you're sad in the dumps, spending time with your neighbors, grandchildren or just go to the park and watch children play. You'll leave feeling refreshed and rejuvenated.
2. Pamper yourself
Playfulness is willing to take care of yourself and make the most of every minute. So go ahead – do you buy that pint of gourmet ice cream, and take time to enjoy! You will not regret it.
3. Change your routine
Take time to shake off the routine and see how it changes your day. You can dramatically improve your life, while making small changes in your routine day to day. Always brush with toothpaste mint, even if it makes you gag? Take a trip to your favorite store healthy foods and choose a gourmet taste of luxury. Stop at a new restaurant for dinner. Or you could try to simply take a new route home. Make small changes in your day and see how much fun we can have more!
4. Wear clothes that you like
Who says that just because you reach a certain age, you can not wear bright colors? Follow the steps of Red Hat, and wear what you want, regardless of the stipulations society. If you want to wear brightly colored clothing, or try a new fun as hair color, do not let "them" to stop. Instead, live in joy and seek your criticism if you like the most important – yourself!
5. Decorate according to your style
Good look around your home. Is it to decorate your convenience? Or have your choice of decoration made to please your children are great, neighbors, or your stepmother? Take time to phase out the decorations, pictures and other objects that do not bring you joy. Spending just 15 minutes a day decluttering this way to add spring to your step as you make your home a beautiful oasis that you can enjoy for a lifetime.
Living joyously playful takes effort, but it's worth it. Take time now to make small changes in your life to improve the quality of your day. Add some playfulness to your day – you may be surprised to see how much you feel better. After all, life is to live, not just surviving.
Marcia Chumbley is a work at home mom and grandmother in Minnesota. She is the owner of a Christian Work From Home Moms and Grandparents web site at http://www.faithfulgrannies.com Bringing generations of Christian Work From Home Moms, Grandmothers, Parents, Boomers and Families together while providing resources, inspiration and affordable advertising while balancing the work at home experience.
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