Are you in a rut?  Feeling down in the dumps?  Stuck in a slump?  Well, I’m here to proclaim, 'You’re not alone!'  For some time now, my outlook on life has become seemingly, lackluster.  I feel bored, confused and even anxious about that thing we call life.

We all know that with age comes wisdom.  On the flipside, age also brings more responsibility: bills, careers, households, etc.  Lately, I find myself reminiscing, with slight envy, of when whom I was sitting by at the lunch table was my biggest concern.  Isn’t there a 'rewind' button somewhere?  The great USA is technologically advanced, so isn't there an app for that?  

9.11 TW

Described in one sentence, I have a laid-back personality, with people-pleasing tendencies.  I find myself striving to make others happy, all while putting my own goals and aspirations aside.  It would be safe to say that I’ve always gone through the motions of life.  Some people might call it uncultured - but I call it, cautious.  Recently, I find myself having sporadic urges to live life in a dynamic and spontaneous manner.  I’m plagued with a constant desire to make a statement.  Desires to do things the old me would've quickly dismissed. Desires to redefine who I am and where I'm going.

Outsiders might ask the question, “What’s the problem?”

I’m a 25-year-old, university-educated (loan-free) individual who drives a great car and lives in a stadium-side loft.  Did I mention that my college internship led to a full-time position post-graduation?  I can also live relatively carefree as I’m neither married or have children.  Sounds perfect, right? It does to me too… in theory.

While theoretical scenarios are all fine and good, reality paints another picture.  Most of my friends are settling into their careers while I want to further my education and change directions. Everyone is getting married and starting families; yet I’m not even dating anyone.  My increasingly un-amused attitude towards life persuades my secret quest to branch out or 'break bad,' if you will.

I guess I’m looking for life to be a little more exciting and a little less humdrum.  I want a clear direction for my future; a future paired with success and stability.  Although I haven’t found a solution for where I want to go, I have found some essential techniques to help me manage the mid-20’s slump.

Leave time for some YOU time! YOU deserve it.

1) Exercise 

We’ve all heard the phrase, 'Exercise is the best medicine.'  It can be used for preventative measures against certain diseases as well as implemented into treatment plans for current health conditions.  So… get off your feet and get to stepping.  Whether you enjoy going to your local gym for a spin class, taking a run, or my activity of choice, ballet, it’s time to get moving.  Find what works for you and stick to it.  I don’t know about you, but nothing feels better than a good, strenuous workout.  Now that you’ve broken a sweat and rid your body of those nasty toxins, you’re ready to tackle the day with whatever problems may come your way.

2) Spa Night

It’s time to pamper yourself!  Gather a group of your closest girlfriends and indulge in an at-home night full of facemasks, manicures and cocktails.  You don’t have to spend a fortune to achieve that expensive, spa-like feel.  Have the guests bring along their favorite mask, nail polish as well as drink of choice and enjoy a night of fun.  Not only will you leave feeling rejuvenated, you’ll be looking fabulous.  Use this relaxing time to recharge your battery for the week. Fresh mani + radiant skin = conquer the world! (At least in my book)

3) Throw Plates

Yes, throw plates. That three letter phrase, 'What the hell?' is probably circulating through your head right now.  I actually saw this method on one of my favorite television shows and immediately wanted to join the fun.  The characters went to a venue where you could buy stacks of plates and in turn, throw them against a wall.  Considering there is nothing of that nature around me, I took matters into my own hands. I decided to purchase ceramic plates from the dollar store and have at it.  My friend from work, who is respectfully the coolest, wisest guy around, accompanied me on this adventure.  We even wrote on them with sharpies for that added effect.  There aren’t even words to express the feeling of power whilst launching all your problems onto a brick wall.  Needless to say, it was a blast and undoubtedly my favorite of the three techniques.  So now, let loose and go throw some plates.

Life doesn’t always serve you silver platters full of cupcakes and roses, but it’s all in what you make of it.

Life in your mid-20’s is filled with much fun and joy.  This time can also cause people anxiety as they look towards their future.  I can certainly attest to this when I'm stressed and bogged down.  The problem with us 20-somethings of today is that we feel obligated to have everything involving life put together…right then, right now.  Although theoretically speaking, it sounds great to have a definite life plan by your mid-20’s, it isn’t reality for most.  And that’s okay.  Now that you’re equipped with techniques to help you get out of your mid-20s slump, you can kick all your worries to the curb.  Simply try one, two or all and you’ll be thinking, 'Rut, what rut?'

 

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