My work commitments and schoolwork are two things that are a
major part of my life, because I’m a fulltime student and a nanny 4 days a
week. The first solution would be to make a distinction between work and play.
This would work for me if after work or school I came home and did something
that I really enjoy (or “play”) such as a craft or taking a walk with my dog
and fiancé. The second solution is to try and convince my mind that work and
school are just as much fun as play, and make the best out of the situation. I
could think of school as expanding my mind and making me a better-rounded
individual, and work as a chance to play with kids and learn the ins and outs
of caring for them before having kids of my own. The third solution would be to
recognize that with joy can come pain, but also that when I am having a hard
day at work I will also find happiness in it.
Hello, HappyGoLucky!
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your post, and I think you brought up some good points and examples from the reading. I agree that it would help to relieve stress after school or work to do something fun as a reward. Going for a walk is a great idea because it helps to alleviate stress as both a fun activity, and a form of exercise. I also like your outlook on school as a place to expand your mind and becoming a well-rounded individual. This is a good attitude to have in order to feel positively about the duties and assignments that may feel trivial and frustrating at times.