Amit Freidman

Amit Freidman is the founder of Decoded Life, a lifestyle company focusing on personal development and mindfulness. A self-confessed workaholic, he always finds time to give advice to others on dealing with stress and enjoying life. As well as being the founder of Decoded Life, Amit is a director of Novogratis, a social enterprise specialising in sustainable fish production, and a trustee of the Centre for Integrative Neuroscience (CIN).

The ‘Middle’ Class Is Rising

The ‘middle’ class is becoming more prominent as affluence trickles down from the successful, the famous, and the beautiful. Although this trend is hardly unique to our times, it seems to be accentuated by the pandemic and the resultant need to buck the trend and save money.

This class, which constitutes the ‘ordinary’ person or the person who isn’t born into wealth or fame, is often overlooked and underappreciated, and it’s great to see this changing. After all, it takes a village to raise a child, and the village should include everyone.

Work Stresses You Out, Distracts You From Living Your Best Life

To live your best life, you need to be able to remove the stresses that come with work. Work can be an important part of your life, but it shouldn’t be your _only_ part of your life. Unfortunately, it’s very easy for work to take over your life, especially if you’re not prioritising your own needs.

Before you know it, your whole life is geared towards your work, and you barely have time to breathe. If this sounds like you, you’re in luck because we’ve got an entire self-care regimen designed to help you unwind and get back on track.

Self-Care Is Essential – Even At Work

It might not be an acceptable practice to go home and nap every day, but self-care is essential even at work. In fact, it’s crucial that you take care of yourself even when you’re working. Studies have shown that employees who take time out for self-care are more productive and engaged at work – and you know what, at the end of the day, we all need a break anyway.

If you want to live your best life, you can’t be worrying about your job security, whether the boss likes you, or whether you’ll have enough work to do. You need to take care of your basic needs and put yourself first, even when working. The only way to do this is by taking time out for yourself, which means going home at 5 o’clock every day and taking a break at midday. This might sound like a luxury, but you’d be surprised how many people could use some extra self-care hours.

Create Some Sustainability

Do you ever get the feeling that the world is going to end soon? We’re constantly bombarded with apocalyptic news stories, and it seems like everyone is in a hurry to get their own slice of apocalyptic pie. As well as feeling anxious about the state of the world, you might also feel a little guilty about all the plastic that you’re constantly immersed in.

One way to make amends for all this junk is to make sure that you’re doing your bit for sustainability. You don’t have to go green in a major way, but you can certainly reduce your carbon footprint by switching to plant-based products and energy-saving lightbulbs. If you really want to take the eco-friendly plunge, consider investing in reusable water bottles or a shower curtain that’s both environmentally and cost-effective.

Develop Your Intuition

The intuitive personality type is a curious blend of pragmatism and idealism. Being on the intuitive spectrum means that you have a natural knack for figuring out what works and what doesn’t. In challenging circumstances, you tend to see things clearly without the need for too much analysis.

Being able to rely only on your intuition can be an asset in numerous ways. For example, you might discover that you have a talent for attracting people or you have an excellent sense of what products and services your customers want. All you have to do is trust your instincts.

Enjoy A Balanced Life

If you want to live your best life, you need to make sure that you’re enjoying your work too. A balanced life is one that combines work and play in equal measures. Although it can be challenging to find the right balance at first, once you do, everything else will begin to fall into place.

The stress of working too much and the stress of not working enough are both bad examples of imbalances. Too many hours at work, without enough hours off, can result in health problems. Similarly, too many hours of play can turn you into a zombie – incapable of working, sleeping, or eating properly. The key to a happy, well-balanced life is to establish a healthy routine that combines work and play in a satisfying manner. Ensure that you’re getting the right amount of sleep each night and that you’ve left room for play in your daily schedule. Once you’ve got that down, everything else will follow naturally.

You might feel that you’re at the whim of fate when it comes to deciding which career to pursue. However, as you make your way through life, you’ll realise that your decisions only affect you, and not necessarily your future. You have the power to decide which paths to take and the impact that you’ll have on the world. Make the most of your opportunities and take pride in the work that you do. You’ll be able to look back on your life with satisfaction, knowing that you did your best – even if at first, this might not seem obvious.