Monotony

2008-06-28T18:36:00.001-07:00

[Feeling like society's puppet?]

The word ‘Monotony’ how does it relate to your life? Do the two of you coexist? Is it relevant or irrelevant? Many are slaves to this word. Perceived as societies batteries—the nine to fivers, working strictly for Con Ed and Rent—those who engage in long hour shifts, with paychecks non-reflective of their work. And yet, we have those working bees that tackled their daily job obligations with complaints, lashing-out at the undeserved. Hour after hour, these shifts drag throughout the day, having Batteries resent theirs life’s choices.

How many times do you reset your alarm, before getting ready for work? How often do you dread going to work during the week? Are Mondays and Tuesdays the most stressful? Do you count the days of the week to feel ease? Do you take your lunch late, to have a few hours left of work? Do you think of work on Sundays, feeling depressed of the long upcoming week? Do you call-out frequently? Tell me, do any of these questions apply? Do you ask yourself: “when did I start feeling stuck? Is there anything I can do about it?”

Ask yourself: What skills do you have? What would you rather be doing? Are you ready to take control and stop letting life control you?

Nobody wants to end up being a battery. Disposable, just like the next man in your cubical. Being overworked with no pay. Obeying by a set schedule that prevents little or no leisure time. Quite honestly, everyone has a choice. Circumstances or not, we have the power to turn things around and make a better living for ourselves. Why should we settle? Life’s too short to waste in a company or employer who doesn’t appreciate the remarkable person you are.

You need to look deep inside and push the potential you possess. You need to stand erect and stop procrastinating. We have the necessary strength to will good things to us. Let’s start, shall we? No more self-pity or doubt. A good attitude attracts good energy source. A negative attitude attracts bad energy. Why do that to yourself? You want a continuum of good energy; it helps you channel your potential more effectively. Perhaps educating yourself with energy channeling could be favorable, read the Secret by Rhonda Byrne, it’s a self-help book on the laws of attraction, its thesis on how one’s thoughts are like magnets to the universe. Let’s be positive about this pursuit of happiness. Remember, “Happiness is a journey not a destination” [Souza]

I recall a friend saying: Everything you need is laid out for you. Kind of like a board game. All your playing pieces are there, the dice, your cards, your own multicolored path; you just need to work with what you have. Everything is there, pending for your next move. All you need is a good game play.

Learn to live life like it’s your last day—no regrets. The truth is, we all have insecurities and fears that halt any movement to the unknown. Our safety zone is there when we need to retreat. Not to stunt our growth. Stepping out of your comfort zone is the key to personal growth, challenging yourself and slowly blossoming into the person you always wanted to be. Nothing is handed to use, so prepare to work towards your goal. Laziness has haltered many lives; don’t let this emotion misdirect your life. You’re much more than that. It’s your choice, being lazy and working for a job you dislike, or pushing yourself to your full potential and doing something fruitful and rewarding. Think about it, your happiness is worth investing on.

Be resistant to failure, its inevitable. Lessons are learned through mistakes so learn to deal with temporary failure. If your one with talent, take on an activities that feed your creative muscle, research your field, focus on the steps needed to grasp your goals. You have a lot to offer, so stop cutting yourself short and LIVE. Stop with these tired-down excuses, the stories are getting pretty old. Embrace change!

Helpful Internal Tips

1. Write down a plan for yourself. It will help organize your ideas and give you a clearer perspective to embark upon your goals
2. Try reading motivational books, newspaper clippings, watching a Television series regarding stress and people you can relate to. It’s always confronting knowing you’re not alone.
3. Exercise. If you’re feeling low on energy, exercising it a great energy boost.
4. Talk to a friend, or anyone who will encourage you and give informative insight
5. Sometimes the cause of depression due to our environment. Clean your room or apartment if it’s dirty. Once cleaned, you’ll notice a major difference in energy. Pay attention to the energy and your feelings afterwards.
6. Write down daily goals for yourself, and try doing at least four out of five. Before you know it, you’ll be closer to your goals.
7. If you struggle with procrastination, try acting upon thoughts sporadically. It will eliminate over-thinking.
8. Place a rubber-band on your wrist. Pull it when negative thinking occurs. This technical will help deflate negative thinking.
9. Remember, when at work; keep in mind that your job does not define you.
10. Tell friends and family of your ideas, it’s encouraging to get advice and words of advice from others, perhaps this can lead networking.

And remember; indulge in your passion and the sweet nectars of life’s lessons.

Contemporary Martini

Monotony