Let's keep something to look forward to…

How to make things and most importantly life interesting? 

Pepper the future with lots of things to look forward to. That may be not what I do, but that’s a strategy that I can believe in. In the early part of life, education, career and family take care of planting mileposts for us that are also guideposts as well and give us everyday that next big goal that we can keep in focus. 

I’ve done a bit of research on the topic and have found that it’s important to look for new ideas or things to do. This could be from learning or improving on a foreign language, learning about things we do everyday like cooking, gardening, computer science or fitness. 

Break the routine and go out to explore new places, like an unknown part of your town or even go farther out. Bring new challenges to your life, like a steeper hike, attending a local event, or volunteering for a cause you care about. Don’t forget to be grateful everyday or at any moment for big or small things. 

Make a point to stop to chat with neighbors or other folks, as strong social connections are essential for well-being. Put on your creative hat and develop something new by writing a short text, a card, trying a new recipe or painting an invisible door into a bright color. 

Learn to start paying attention to the smallest details in your daily life, from birds to garden animals, flowers, and wind. Begin mixing things up, vary the daily routine, try a new route to work or take a new walking path, listen to a different genre of music. 

Make room for improvisation each day. Accept unexpected invitations as sometimes the best experiences are unplanned. Every day, set goals, even if they’re tiny, they’ll give your life a sense of purpose and accomplishment. 

Oh, yes, don't forget to take some time each day to reflect on what's working and adjust your routine accordingly to find what works best for you. Good luck!