It is not the mountain we conquer, but ourselves."- Sir Edmund Hillary.
Getting straight to- what is productivity? Technically speaking, it entails such economic activities that add to the GDP of a country. As for an individual, we call ourselves productive when we tick off all in our to do list or when our day go as planned. However zero productivity or unproductive days seem inevitable today.
It's not that it has come into existence in this era. It must have been common earlier too. What makes the difference today is that we give way too stress on it. "Is it okay to sit back and do nothing?"
Why does being unproductive bother us? The foremost reason is- we think we are lagging behind in the rat race. In today's fast-paced world, productivity is often seen as the ultimate measure of success and self-worth. We are constantly bombarded with messages and expectations to be productive every single day. We find ourselves in a loop where the cause and effect are the same and we remain stranded.
Instead of beating ourselves up for these so-called "zero productivity days," it's important to recognize their value and embrace them as an essential part of our well-being. We need to know how we can make the most of them to foster self-acceptance and personal renewal. The best way to deal with this is through introspection. Ask yourself why I do not feel like doing what I planned for the day. It so happens that we have a lot piled up but still we feel like skipping everything. Well introspection will help you realise what's bothering you. There must be something that's holding you back. And it's okay to be held back for a while. Don't stress too much or force yourself. Do what makes you happy. Eat good food, listen to good music, watch your favourite movie, talk to your best friend, talk to your family, maybe try writing anything, try cooking, painting, whatsoever can cheer you up. Don't rigorously tell yourself every minute that you are being unproductive. That will push you into yet another unproductive day.
What we often mistakenly do is blaming ourselves for being unproductive. Instead we need to justify ourselves. That will motivate us. We need to extend our helping hands towards ourselves. Plan for the next day. Since you took that step for you today, you would be a better version of yourself the next day. Zero productivity days are not a reflection of failure or inadequacy; they are a natural part of our human experience.
By accepting and embracing these days, we can nurture our well-being, recharge our energy, and gain valuable insights into our lives. Let's strive for a balanced approach, where productivity and self-care coexist harmoniously, allowing us to lead more fulfilling and authentic lives. Remember, self-acceptance and personal renewal are the true measures of success, not the number of tasks crossed off our to-do lists.
Both good and bad days should end with productivity. Your mood affairs should never influence your work.- Greg Evans.
You did emerge productive by counter attacking your unproductivity.
By Khushee Bhalotia
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