A Day’s Power

By Omer Barkay

Have you ever come home from a long day and thought to yourself, "I could've done so much more with my day." You have 13-16 hours of awake time per day, but do you make the most of it? Astrocytes, or "Giving up cells," in the human brain, as well as the anterior insula, are in charge of rest and relaxation. But what can you do to improve your day-to-day life? Making someone's day or even improving your own are simple tasks; it's just that people in the 2020s don't see an hour as an opportunity to eat healthy, journal, or pursue a hobby. Here are some ideas to help you make the most of your day.

Eating healthy

A human body cannot survive on junk food from TV binges and school lunches alone. Although many people do keep on a steady diet, going the extra mile and picking up a cucumber every once in a while will do you wonders. The average American watches 1-4 hours of television per day, and 70% of people snack on sugary foods. High-calcium orange juice, cucumbers, and tomatoes are all excellent sources of the right kind of sugars for your body.

Journaling

Rather than scrolling through social media, why not try creating your own "Story?" Simply grab a piece of paper or a notepad and a pencil, and write whatever comes to mind. You can doodle, write about your day, or make up a story! Doodling in your spare time has been shown in studies to boost your creativity and handwriting skills by up to 30%! Most young adults in the United States spend 2 ½ hours per day on social media, and while most readers are much younger, knowing this can help you prepare for the future.

Hobbies

Excellent if you participate in extracurricular activities! Most of these after-school classes are held away from home, and most people do not continue their education outside of the designated area. If you're learning an instrument, taking dance lessons, or participating in exercise-related activities, try adding an extra hour to your weekly schedule. Even if it's in Mr. Mello's music class, 71% of this generation will learn an instrument at some point in their lives. With just an hour a week and some spare excitement, you can take anything that interests you to the next level! A day in your life can be spent doing many easy, productive things. For example, eating healthy sugars and taking time to write out what’s on your mind are both great pastimes. Additionally, “hobbying” (or engaging in leisure activities that you enjoy) is a great way to pass the time and make a day better!

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