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Time can earn gold, gold can't buy time.
Have you ever felt like you're busy at the end of the day and don't seem to be doing anything meaningful, or have you ever felt as if time had slipped through your fingers and you didn't get anything?
Time, the fairest and most precious resource, often slips away without us noticing.
Some habits in life, seemingly inconsequential, are actually stealing our time silently.
Today, let's expose these thieves of time and see which 16 behaviors are wasting your life.
01
Swiping your phone aimlessly
Time is money.
However, mobile phones often become a "black hole" of time, for example, unconsciously swiping the screen, jumping from one video to another, we are drawn by the endless flow of information and forget the passage of time.
This kind of aimless swiping of your mobile phone not only consumes precious time, but also invisibly erodes your will.
As Shakespeare said, "He who gives up time, time gives up on him." ”
Therefore, it is necessary to set time limits for specific entertainment apps using the mobile app or system settings.
When the set time is reached, the app will automatically lock to remind you to control the time you want to use.
02
Unrestrained pursuit of dramas and mobile games
Industry is good at diligence, and absurdity is frolic.
However, under the temptation of TV dramas and mobile games, we often struggle to extricate ourselves.
Indulging in lengthy TV episodes and mobile games may bring short-term pleasure, but in the long run, spending that time on meaningless entertainment is a waste of life.
Aristotle once said, "What we do day in and day out determines who we are." ”
Uncontrolled chasing dramas and mobile games will only make you farther and farther away from your ideal self.
Therefore, entertainment activities such as watching dramas and games can be clearly divided into specific time periods, such as weekend evenings.
During workdays or study hours, avoid these activities to stay focused.
03
Look at it or not, than non-stop
In this age of consumerism, we are often attracted to the wide variety of goods.
While online shopping brings convenience, it's also easy to get caught up in endless browsing and comparisons.
Spending a lot of time browsing for products online, but not placing an order, or comparing prices repeatedly, could have been used to do more meaningful things.
Remember, time is money, and wasting time is wasting life.
Therefore, for online shopping, you should set a clear shopping list and time limit.
For example, give yourself only 10 minutes to browse and choose, and if you exceed that time, you have to make a decision or abandon the purchase.
04
Habitually procrastinate
Tomorrow after tomorrow, tomorrow is so much. Procrastination is a time killer that makes you waste a lot of time and energy without realizing it.
When you get used to procrastination, your life is slipping away.
As Goethe said, "Whoever does not master himself will always be a slave." "Don't let procrastination dominate your life.
05
Needless worry and anxiety
Worrying too much about the future, past mistakes, or things out of your control can leave you stuck in long-term internal friction that consumes a lot of time and energy.
This kind of unnecessary worry and anxiety will not only not help you in your life, but it will also cause you to miss out on the good times in the moment.
As Shakespeare said, "Do not be anxious about tomorrow, for tomorrow will have its own worries." ”
Therefore, mindfulness practices (e.g., meditation) and relaxation techniques (e.g., deep breathing, yoga, etc.) are used to alleviate unnecessary worries and anxieties.
When you let go of worries and anxieties and live in the moment, you will find that life is much better.
06
Dully work
The dull work, like a monotonous melody, is played repeatedly but without new ideas.
In such a working environment, we are like machines, repeating the same tasks day after day, but rarely growing and gaining.
This kind of work not only consumes our passion and creativity, but also invisibly wastes precious life time.
As Steve Jobs said, "Your work will fill most of your life, and only love will make you satisfied." ”
Re-examine your work, find that passion and passion, and don't let boring work get in the way of your life.
Try to challenge yourself, learn new skills, or find a more suitable field of work for you to make your life shine more.
07
Accumulated resentment
Resentment is like a poisonous weed, taking root in our hearts and constantly eroding our hearts.
When we hold resentment, negative emotions can take over our hearts and minds, preventing us from focusing on the present moment and enjoying the beauty of life.
This emotion not only affects our relationships, but also causes us to waste a lot of time and energy dealing with these negative emotions.
As the Bible says, "To forgive the trespasses of others is your forgiveness." ”
Let go of resentment, release the baggage in your heart, and make your life lighter. Learn to forgive and tolerate, and you will find that the world is a better place.
08
Dwell on the past
Dwelling on the past, whether glory or failure, can keep us from focusing on the present.
The past cannot be changed, but our lives are constantly passing. When we focus too much on the past, we miss out on the good times of the present and the infinite possibilities of the future.
As Shakespeare said, "All that is past is prologue." ”
Take the past as an experience and face the present and the future with courage.
Don't let the shadow of the past restrict your steps, cherish every moment of the present, and create your own wonderful life.
09
Plans and goals are not made
All things are foreseen, and those who are not prepared are wasted. Life without a plan and a goal is like a ship without a rudder, drifting with the flow.
We can get lost in trivial matters and waste time with nothing.
Pythagoras once said, "He who cannot restrain himself cannot be called a free man." ”
Having plans and goals will give you a sense of direction and efficiency in your life. Without plans and goals, you'll get bogged down in menial tasks and won't be able to use your time efficiently.
10
Thoughtless decision-making
"Think twice. "However, in real life, we often make hasty decisions because we are in a hurry.
This kind of non-thinking decision often leads to subsequent problems and troubles, which require us to spend more time and energy to solve.
As Socrates said, "An unexamined life is not worth living." ”
Decision-making is an important part of life, but unthinking decisions often lead to a series of problems.
This waste is not only reflected in time, but also in the consumption of life. So, review your decisions and make every choice more meaningful.
11
Constantly multitasking
"You can't use one mind for the other. "However, in this fast-paced society, we seem to be used to multitasking.
However, this distraction often leads to inefficiencies and even the possibility of errors and omissions.
Eventually, we may find ourselves in the midst of our busyness with nothing.
As Seneca said, "Life is long if you make good use of it." ”
Focus on one thing and you'll find that time seems to slow down and life becomes more fulfilling.
Try to focus on a single task for a period of time and avoid multitasking. Techniques such as the Pomodoro Technique can be used to break down the work into small pieces and concentrate on completing them one by one.
12
Excessive perfectionism
"It's too much. "Striving for perfection is a positive attitude, but excessive perfectionism can lead to wasted time.
It is a waste of life to spend a lot of time on the smallest details and ignore the importance of completing tasks.
Remember Albert Einstein's words: "Everything should be as simple as possible, but not too simple." ”
Strive for perfection in moderation and don't let perfectionism hold you back.
13
Caught up in meaningless disputes
Arguing with people and getting caught up in meaningless arguments and arguments will not only consume your time and energy, but it will also put you in a bad mood.
As Rabindranath Tagore said, "If you weep for missing the sun, you will miss the stars too." ”
Let go of arguments, and you'll find that there are more beautiful things in life that are worth pursuing.
14
Blindly compare yourself with others
Blindly comparing yourself to others on social media will only damage your self-esteem, waste time and affect your mood.
Everyone has their own trajectory and rhythm of life, so why compare yourself to others?
As Rousseau said, "Man is born free, but he is always in bondage." ”
Get rid of the shackles of comparison and live your own wonderful life.
Regularly disconnect from social media, unfollowing accounts that cause anxiety or comparison, and focus on more valuable and educational content.
15
Addicted to news and gossip
Indulge in inconsequential news and gossip for a long time, and you will overlook those more valuable activities and information.
News and gossip, while temporary, can bring short-term excitement and freshness, but in the long run it is a waste of life.
As Schopenhauer said, "Man has only one life, and we should cherish it." ”
Cherish your life and don't let news and gossip take over your time.
16
Live for others
We often sacrifice our dreams and pursuits to meet the expectations of others.
However, there is only one life, and if we have not done anything we want to do in our lives, is it a pity?
Living for others not only causes us to lose ourselves, but also causes us to waste precious life time in pursuit of success in the eyes of others.
As Goethe said, "Whoever does not master himself will always be a slave." ”
Do what you want and maybe you'll succeed. Don't let other people's expectations become a shackle to your life.
Be brave enough to pursue your dreams and goals and let your life shine with a unique brilliance. Even if you fail, at least you tried and you won't regret it.
✎ Write at the end
Time is the fairest referee, it does not favor anyone, and it does not treat anyone badly. Please value your time and don't let these 16 behaviors waste your life.
As you learn to use your time more efficiently, you'll find that your life becomes more fulfilling and meaningful.
Time is like water in a sponge, as long as you are willing to squeeze it, there will always be it.