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Our brains enjoy novelty. It is good for us and helps us create new neural connections.
What do you enjoy?
Seek variety in your life. Consider peppering your life with some high-excitement activities to spice things up. For some, this may be skydiving or bungee jumping, but you can also reach new heights on the ground.
Consider things that stretch you, like:
– taking an improv or painting class,
– hiking a new park in your area,
– learning a new sport (we started playing pickleball recently), or
– trying a new recipe (see these eight fun recipes from Lexi Colan)
Even games can infuse novelty into your day. A family favorite of ours is Catch Phrase, a fast-paced game that combines verbal cues with a hot potato-like timer.
You can also add calming activities like:
– exploring nature,
– visiting art exhibits,
– practicing prayer or meditation,
– enjoying a nightly bubble bath, or
– listening to calming music.
Pay attention to the right mix of exciting and calming activities for you and your family.
Feed the need for novelty and mix it up!