What daily habit do you do that improves your quality of life?

The content reflects on the daily habits essential for improving one’s quality of life amidst a monotonous routine. It discusses the biological imperatives of living beings alongside the psychological and social challenges humans face, including loneliness, negative traits, and the allure of superficial spirituality. While many people chase success and power, often led by hollow personalities, it is argued that true strength lies in humility, openness, and introspection. The piece advocates for the importance of both physical and inner grooming, highlighting that genuine positivity requires consistent effort and commitment to self-improvement and reflection.

Routines

It was a normal morning. Like always, he woke up early in the morning. There was nothing new. It was a routine of sleeping late at night and waking up in the morning. He does his work as a routine because it is a necessity of life. He had to do it whether he liked it or not. Body functions are necessary and inevitable.

Body functions

A living organism breathes and takes food. It is necessary for life to sustainIt is necessary for life to sustain itself. itself. One gives essential gases for gaseous exchange in the body, and the other gives energy by breaking down in the body. The body stores surplus energy and also produces harmful substances as a byproduct of metabolism. The harmful wastes are thrown out of the body. These activities are an essential routine.

Every living organism does it; what is new in it? Moving like a blindfolded plodder, everyone seemed to be lugging something heavy on their shoulder;; mmechanicallychanicallwalking, running and dragging.A wind-up toy . movstillA it gets energy by ewund pring,likewise moves till it gets energy by the wound spring, likewise, peoplefrantically and dogmatically chchases thingss. It is ridiculous that most of them justify their action grandiloquently, putting up excuses.

A mix of good and bad

Human beings are a strange mix of good and bad, which is according to the law of nature. Newton’s law states that every action has an opposite reaction in the same quantity and quantum of the action. It is a common observation that without negative and positive poles, an electric circuit is not complete. To nullify a negative action, an equal positive action is necessary.

Dogmatic belief

Despite such a fanatic, mad rat race and dogmatic belief system, human beings are ailing with loneliness syndrome. They are suffering from various psychological and psychosomatic disorders. In search of peace and respite, they take shelter in godmen and fake spirituality.  There would be some who object to the word “fake spirituality”, but deep cogitation will reveal that it is nothing more than an illusion created by vested elements to capitalise on the innocent restlessness of people. It is clear from the fact that everyone defines spirituality in their own way, shadowed by the “preachings” of godmen, they follow.

Illusory superiority

Peoplecreate a cage around themselves and treat others with disdain. They consider every other person a fool who does not fall in line with them. Behaving like a bigot, they have a mendacious feeling about what they believe is the ultimate truth. This buttresses their egoistic bent and their complex web of illusory superiority. It leads to condescending behaviour which doesn’t respect others’ sentiments and feelings. It is a strong negative trait which is the result of latent insecurity and fear of one’s incapability. They try to hush up their fear by garrulous boasting.

Starting humbly and imperceptiblyy, illusory superiority gradually grows with time. Getting patronage, it gradually becomes engraved in the psyche as a part of routine life. In a sense, they become habituated to it. When in a position of power, such “hollow” persons often demean and unnecessarily harm their subordinates. Being in a subordinate position, the juniors have no choice but to swallow the bitter pill.

Shadowed decision

The decisions are intrinsic. People make decisions in personal spheres and also in public. For balance decision, dispassionate action is necessary. Self-obsession viciates the decision as it becomes overshadowed by personal whims. It would naturally affect the majority of persons and is, hence, improper, irrespective of a person’s position. They stay cut off from the ground reality. Like a person wet behind the ears, they will not manage to judge the actual situation, irrespective of their position.

The Importance of Self-Evaluation in Personal Growth

Recollection

He recalled one of his bosses who appreciated sycophants. Selfish and slavish people would swarm around and try to appease him by their obsequious behaviour for petty gains. The boss used to carp and cavil at those who honestly worked hard and completed the task given to them in time. People of a negative disposition are not suitable for any assignment which requires leadership qualities and/or serving in an organisation catering to the public good.

Garrulous self-praise

Talking always about their “achievements” and their connections is their favourite pastime. They can talk on it ad nauseam. Considering it their birthright, they feel and claim as a matter of right that everything good, popular and prestigious belongs to them. They ruthlessly annex such a thing or person with them and try to take advantage.

Overpowering attitude

The behavioural pattern of gaudy people sometimes becomes extremely monotonous and off track. In the era of fast-paced life and cutthroat competition, a diligent worker often becomes shrouded by the unilateral, monotonous self-praise of haughty people. They believe and patronise stern behaviour as a tool to keep at bay “lesser mortals”.

Humbleness is not weakness

Decency and humbleness are positive traits. Ironically, decent behaviours are viewed as weaknesses. Though an excess of everything is bad. Over-simplicity is also bad and harmful. A rough behaviour can be made polite and composed, but there is a limit. People with hollow personalities, or those who fear their weaknesses, often try to compensate for their inadequacies and fears.

Dependable and trustworthy

A bold, strong and firm person is trustworthy. They are simple, honest, polite and humble. Occasionally, they may appear blunt, but they are kind-hearted and do not harm others. Distinctly different from self-obsessive persons, people of the former category are more dependable and prove to be long-lasting companions. Introspection is essential, but it also requires determination and resolve. It is rather impossible to introspect with a strong negative mindset. It will overshadow the whole process.

Negative approach

A stubborn and egotistical approach leads to isolation. It is a slow but sure alienation from people and ultimately society. Human beings are social. They need society and people to survive. With long and persistent change, humans have learned their way of survival. It has to be kept in mind.

Duel behaviour

The crowd swarming fake godmen comprises mainly people of dual personality. They try to be humble, but their behaviour speaks volumes about them. Hollow from inside, they try to portray the “best” side of their personality when in a congregation. What is needed most is openness and introspection to maximise gains in life.

Physical and mental fitness

Physical fitness is essential for agility and mental alertness. It keeps body and soul fresh and active, things that are necessary for an active life even in senescence. Healthy morning routines including light exercise or a morning walk, give the required vigour and vitality. Yoga and meditation are good for overall health, flexibility and concentration. Inner cleansing and grooming, nonetheless, is equally necessary. At times, it is more important than outer grooming. It is demanding and requires persistent, strenuous efforts, for controlling the psyche is a daunting task. To stay positive, one has to be positive, not superficially but internally. This comes with hard work and consistent effort.

Self-correction by introspection

For introspection, a clear view of oneself is necessary like seeing one’s face one needs a mirror. It comes from openness. This is why openness in personality is needed to find the grey areas and to fix them. The human mind and psyche are like a flowing stream that has self-cleaning properties. Though, centring around “I, me and myself” syndrome doesn’t lead to the path of self-correction. (NESS LABS)

Though seems difficult, with practice, self-study and keeping positive things available online on https://amzn.to/4g28fHw positive energy can be attracted.

To keep oneself free from physical and mental ailments, one must be healthy in heart and body. Negative traits gnaw at the personality resulting in an irascible and irritative personality. Life is beautiful. It should not be wasted on regressive and negative things. The mantra is, thus, be happy and positive.

Further interesting reads:

• The Significance of Naming in Shaping Individual Identity
• Why Sleep is Essential for Health and Productivity
• The Importance of Self-Evaluation in Personal Growth
• Embracing Solitude: The Art of Self-Discovery
• The Importance of Embracing Routines

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