Time has always been and remains the most valuable resource. Today we have the opportunity to do what we like and benefit from, but we are not always aware of this. We often waste time watching useless videos or procrastinating.
In this article, we'll show you how to avoid this and what you can do if you have free time, so that later you won't be painfully sorry for wasted moments.
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How to make good use of your time: 10 tips
#1 This is important and it is not
Make a list of key tasks for the day/week/month and set priorities. This will help you focus on important things and avoid procrastination. Teach your child to do the same thing.
#2 I have a goal
Set specific and achievable goals. Break them down into smaller steps to track progress and never stop believing in success.
#3 Learning new skills
Learn something new: cooking, playing an instrument, or programming. This will enrich your experience and expand your opportunities.
For example, coding for children is not only an opportunity to learn one of the most popular skills of our time, but also a way to develop important cognitive skills. By studying programming, children learn to think logically. They also develop creativity, patience, and perseverance.
#4 Reading
Reading develops thinking and broadens horizons. Choose books of interest or explore new topics with your child.
#5 Educational games
Choose educational games and apps that develop logical thinking, memory, and creativity.
#6 Physical activity
Exercising regularly improves health and increases energy levels. Find activities that are fun for both you and your child.
#7 Creativity
Creative activities help develop imagination and creativity. Draw, sculpt from clay and create crafts with your child.
#8 Outdoor time
Spend more time outside enjoying nature. This is good for physical health and helps you relax.
#9 Volunteering and helping others
Participate in volunteer projects and help those who need support. This teaches us to value kindness and instills responsibility skills. It will be great if you and your child make a small contribution by spending a little time cleaning up the trash at your favorite park.
#10 Communication
Spend time with family and friends talking about interesting topics or playing board games. Communication strengthens relationships and brings joy.
#11 Meditations
Take a few minutes in the morning and in the evening to clear your mind of everything superfluous, recharge your batteries and remember what matters to you and what you dream about. This will help maintain clarity and a positive attitude.
Bonus: meditating with kids
You can also meditate with children — it's a great way to help them develop concentration, improve their emotional state and learn how to cope with stress. Choose a peaceful and quiet place to relax. Start with short sessions, such as 3-5 minutes, gradually increasing the time as you get used to it. Let the child sit or lie down and focus on breathing. Ask him to imagine himself on the beach or in the woods. Use nice music.
It is important to maintain a playful atmosphere and not force children to relax the mind as a pleasant and voluntary activity.
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