Jiyo Life with Reading!

Stories are an undervalued section of Human Activity. Yet we all thrive on them in some form or the other. We all love good stories and also like to hear people speak about their experiences. The reasons for us humans to be at the top of the Pyramid, is our ability to think and formulate. This capacity of thinking helps us to create stories and anecdotes. The purpose of fiction is not only to entertain but to also enable a person to think about human nature and how the world works. The reader becomes one with the protagonist of the story and analyses the decisions that the protagonist makes. Good stories captivate the reader and spellbind him.

Stories/Fiction serves many purposes. Besides the obvious fact that they are a source of entertainment, there are many other reasons. Inspirational stories make us evaluate our life and how we have lived it. Then there are anecdotes where morals and good nature are embedded so that we can get a moral direction from them. Stories help us analyze the human psyche. Children are often told tales like the Panchatantra so that they can understand how things work in this world through subtle allegories. What interests me in the art of telling tales is how people can forget any situation he is in and get immersed in them. This is an interesting factor which is very crucial for many people who are stressed out. Non-fictional discourses on many things like philosophy and history are also very helpful in increasing a person’s knowledge and understanding of the world. Many of us today have so many things to worry about and it would be a very exciting experience to be able to stop time and get into a novel. Everyone has experienced the pleasure and excitement after reading a really good novel. Many of these tales have changed the way we behave and this makes stories really important to every one of us, because they are ultimately are tools of enlightenment. So, we suggest that everyone should read a really good book of their choice and make reading a habit. If you are very busy then you could allocate some time everyday religiously towards reading. It will help cure your stress and will help in your all round development as a person.

Happy reading everyone and yes Jiyo Life to the full!

Jiyo Life without forsaking your career.

Your job and your career are very important things. They are the embodiment of of your dreams and aspirations. You work very hard to realize your dreams and make something of yourself. But getting into your job and and your career full-time can also have some adverse effects. Here are some ways in which your career gets into the way of your life. When you see these danger sign you should re-valuate your life and make some tough decisions.

Distractions:

Your jobs distracts you from your day to day personal life. This is generally the case for people who look to prove themselves in their respective fields. Cell Phones and Personal Digital Assistants have improved the quality of work and its efficiency but many grave disasters can also be associated with these new gizmos. The number of fatalities in road accidents have increased due to the habit of texting and driving simultaneously. Next time you are driving a car and the phone rings, consider the possible consequences. Your life is invaluable and work, however important, can wait till you get to the office.

Hostile Work Environment:

We all understand what this means. It affects the best of people for no fault of their own. People dread going to office for this reason. Your productivity and career can take a dive due to this problem. A bad boss or colleagues can seriously affect your mental and physical health. The best thing to do under such circumstances is to forge positive relationships by helping your colleagues and your boss during pressing times. They will appreciate the help. Strong and positive communication can also go a long way to help you adjust into the culture of your office.

Stress:

Stress is a dangerous enemy to play with. It can put the best of us in misery and bad health. The cumulative effects of poor sleep timings, absence of a schedule and stress can lead to major breakdowns, both mentally and physically. To combat this, please ensure a rigorous schedule and plan your day nicely. Try to leave the office early. Catch up on sleep and some quality time with your loved ones without even letting the thought of work creep into your mind.

Sedentary Jobs:

We all know that sitting in one place the whole day and day after day is a very bad idea. Doctors and Nutritionists have been warning us since a long time about this. But we cannot help this as offices demand that you occupy the cubicle and work. To go around this problem, you should organize your schedule in such a way that you periodically get enough time to just walk around the place once an hour. Forget the lift and take the stairs however much your body may fight against it.

We are sure that if you follow these tips and work more on how you can be productive and healthy at the same time, you will live long enough to see yourself achieve your dreams.

Food that helps you combat stress.

We at Jiyo Life, brought you tips to bust stress earlier. Today we will help you with another aspect of stress management. Of-course all what we have said earlier holds true but this is another aspect of stress management altogether- Food. You all know how the right food and the right amount of it can help you be fit. Well I don’t know about y’all but food helps solve most of my problems. There’s scientific evidence that certain kinds of food generate different kinds of mood patterns. In a similar way, the foods that we will be listing are known to have a positive effect on stress management.

Dark chocolate:
Well, everyone will agree with me when I say Dark chocolate is about the best thing that has been invented. Chocolate is a mood stimulant which helps us in remaining calm, lowering our stress levels and neutralising our hormonal imbalances. Chocolate releases chemicals which help in reinforcing the positive state of our mind. And they taste good too!

Garlic:
Stress can be the result of hypertension and garlic attacks just that and helps maintain the normal blood pressure of the body.It eases tension and stress and reduces glucose levels in our body. Garlic cannot be used as standalone product in our diet but we can flavor a lot of our dishes with garlic and pickled garlic has the advantage of staying edible and tasty for long.

Citrus fruits:
Fruits in general can be very good for your health but Citrus fruits are way more helpful in combating stress. Citrus fruits like oranges and sweet lime happen be very rich source of natural sugar which will make a world of difference with energy levels.

Green Tea:
If you are hooked on coffee, you may not realise what harm coffee does to your body. The same goes for tea. The solution to a perfect pick-me-up beverage is Green tea which is herbal in nature and can help you cope with stress. These kinds of teas keep your calories in check and also have a great taste. Of the many herbal teas that are available, Gin Seng tea, Tulsi tea etc.

Carry a Snack:
Having some protein-rich, healthful snacks in your car, office, or purse can help you avoid blood sugar level dips and accompanying mood swings and fatigue. Trail mix, granola bars, and certain energy bars all contain good nutrition.Always keep  water handy, as it’s so vital to health and proper physical functioning.

Yoghurt:
Yoghurt has the capacity to relieve the mind during stressful situations and is also a pleasure to eat especially when it is sweetened. There are many variations on yoghurt, like Lichi, Strawberry as well as other interesting flavors. It works very well in summer and it is very easy to digest.

Salmon:
A true beauty booster due to the Omega-3 oils it contains, which not only fights stress but also revitalizes skin making it look younger and healthier. Oily fish help you maintain a steady blood pressure and keep a check on the cholesterol levels in your body. And they help in improving brain function too.

Chicken Soup:
This well known recipe is great for the soul as well flu and other gastric turbulence since it contains anti-inflammatory substances calming down any respiratory problems. Moreover it helps you eat less since after a nice bowl of chicken soup you feel full thus decreasing your intake of calories.

Walnuts:
They happen to  contain amino-acids which unwind blood vessels, stimulating thus the circulation of blood and the oxygenation of skin. Then, the omega-3 oils also contained in walnuts provide elasticity to your skin.

Milk:
One glass of hot milk before going to bed at night, dwindles the effect of  insomnia and ensures a calm and rested sleep. It is better to choose fat free milk over full fat milk so you do not overload your body with oils. You will feel the temperature of your body increasing, relaxing your nervous system and helping you get a very restful sleep.

Follow these tips and you are sure to be in the pink of health and stress-free. So Jiyo Life everyone and help educate your close ones about this too.