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Finding meaningful ways to spend the day

Do you feel that your days lack the structure you’d like? Perhaps you’re temporarily out of work, recovering from an illness, or have had to give up activities you used to enjoy. In that case, the day can feel long, empty or unsettling. Finding a meaningful way to fill your day isn’t always easy, especially if your energy levels or health fluctuate. Filling your day isn’t just about keeping busy. It’s also about rhythm, social contact, meaning and the feeling that you’re contributing to something. If these elements are missing, it can affect your mood, motivation and recovery.

Finding meaningful ways to spend the day
What do you notice?

A lack of meaningful daily activities can manifest itself in various ways.

You may, for example, notice that:

  • days have little structure;
  • you’re finding it hard to get started;
  • if you feel useless or restless;
  • you have few social contacts;
  • postpones your activities;
  • you spend a lot of time on your own;
  • you’re not quite sure what suits you best;
  • you find it less enjoyable;
  • You sleep less well because of a lack of routine.

Sometimes there is a need for more detail, but the task can feel too daunting. In such cases, it is important to start small.

What might be the reason for this?

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    Do you find that your workplace isn’t quite right for you? Perhaps you’re experiencing discomfort caused by your chair, desk, screen, work height or the way you have to move. Or perhaps you find that by the end of the day you feel stiff, tired or tense. A workplace doesn’t have to be perfect, but it does need to suit your body’s needs. A good workplace helps to reduce discomfort and distribute energy more effectively. This applies not only to office work. The workplace can also have a significant impact on standing work, care work, production work, retail work or work whilst on the move.

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Daily routines can change due to, for example, illness, job loss, caring for a loved one, stress or a change in one’s home situation. Things that were previously taken for granted are then no longer part of daily life.

Pain, tiredness or uncertainty can also mean that you do less. You may not be sure what is achievable. Or you may be worried that an activity will take too much energy.

Sometimes feelings of shame also play a part. For example, because you are less able than you used to be, or because you are unsure how to reorganise your day.

What can you do yourself?

It helps to start small and consider what is important to you.

For example, you could:

  • choose a fixed time to get up;
  • plan one small activity every day;
  • to move in a way that is feasible;
  • get in touch with someone in your local area;
  • adapting old hobbies to what is now possible;
  • volunteering or quietly exploring a group;
  • alternating between activity and rest;
  • Write down what gives you energy.

Meaningful ways to spend the day don’t have to be big. A walk, a chat, a small task or a moment of creativity can make all the difference.

When is it advisable to seek help?

It is wise to seek help if your days feel empty or if you are doing less and less. It is also a good idea to ask for support if you feel down, lonely or insecure.

Please also ask for help if you are unsure what is feasible due to symptoms or fatigue. Looking at things together often makes the first step seem smaller.

How Rondom can help

Together, we’ll explore what makes a meaningful day for you. In doing so, we’ll take into account your energy levels, interests, social contacts and the things you’d like to do again.

A occupational therapist can help you establish a workable daily routine and will work with you to explore the options available in your local area. A lifestyle coach can provide support with rhythm, exercise and healthy habits. In times of low mood, loss or uncertainty, it can psychological support should be appropriate.

We look for small steps that give your day more direction and meaning.

Do you feel as though you’re always on the go? Perhaps you’re constantly busy with work, family, appointments or everything that still needs doing. Even when you’re sitting still, your mind keeps racing. That can be exhausting. It’s as if your body is at home, but your mind isn’t really there. Being constantly on the go can seem normal for a long time. Especially if you have a lot of responsibilities. But if there are few moments of rest, your system becomes overloaded. You may then experience symptoms such as headaches, tiredness, tension, poor sleep or irritability.

  • Carrying on with work despite pain or tiredness

    Do you find that work is becoming increasingly difficult due to pain or fatigue? Perhaps you manage to get through the working day, but afterwards you feel completely drained. Or you find yourself carrying on at work, even though your body is actually already telling you that it’s had enough. In the long run, this can take a heavy toll on you. Carrying on working whilst experiencing symptoms is often a matter of striking a balance. You want to do your job well, not put a strain on your colleagues and fulfil your responsibilities. At the same time, your body or mind may need more rest than you’re used to. If that balance is missing, work can start to feel more and more like a struggle for survival.

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