Embrace Spontaneity

Do some spontaneous living. Open yourself up to trying new things, changing things up and making plans in the moment.

The joys of spontaneity are enormous. When was the last time you popped in to see someone without texting? Made an unscheduled stop to wander in nature? Took an unplanned mini-vacation from your rigid routine?

Spontaneity is the spice of life. Research suggests that exciting spur-of-the-moment experiences are good for the body, mind and soul. We all need to plan and have routines, but rushing about increases stress and anxiety and depletes moods.

We miss the wonders of the world and the opportunities that feed our emotional health and well-being. Allowing the energy of life to lead and embracing positive novel experiences at the moment is a vital antidote to life’s rigidness. Feel the rush of happy hormones and a renewed sense of awe and curiosity.

Spontaneity means saying yes to life more often than saying no. Yes to going to new places and connecting to new people. Yes to fresh foods and opportunities. Not everything has to be planned months in advance. Think about it: When did you last plunge into the unplanned?

Push yourself in new directions and see where life takes you!