Benefits of doing nothing
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Hey Reader,
While this isn’t about a study or research, perceive this as a gentle reminder.
You may not know it but you might need it. The importance of doing nothing.
What is it?
People are tensed and have this default mindset that time passing is time being wasted. They cannot pass time and doing nothing to them feels like an anxious task.
However, this article by Francine Toder talks about the importance of doing absolutely nothing and how it helps in reducing your anxiety.
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What do I need to know?
While I would highly recommend you to read the article which is not that long and explained with the great examples, here are the key points mentioned -
Letting go of everything and doing nothing, even briefly, has mental and physical health benefits.
Embracing the practice of doing nothing may create some discomfort because it’s such an anathema to our usual ways.
When attempting the counter-intuitive task of doing nothing, stay with your plan and intention but breathe slowly to calm any distress.
References & Studies: -
https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/enhance-your-vintage-years/202207/doing-absolutely-nothing-has-mental-health-benefits
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