Some professionals get to rest during the holidays while others continue to work. I belong to those who keep going during festivities. The nature of my work involves me being compelled to stay functional during the days when a lot of people are resting. How does it make me feel? It does affect me in the sense that I too want to rest. But, knowing that I'm holding a job, I don't feel bad at all. At least I'm working while others aren't. Though many have paid leave privileges, there are also those who have to function to earn their keep. That's just the way it is. I guess the bit of envy comes from not being able to relax as much as others do. As always, to get by, I think of the positive aspects of my situation. That's to say I'm thankful that I'm employed. Also, I'm grateful that I have other things to do than laze around all day. Call it sour grapes but I'm serious about appreciating my circumstance.

 We don't know what's going to happen next after 2020. That's the only thing that's certain. With that in mind, it would be better to pray. If not that, be and stay positive and optimistic. It makes sense to feel dread sometimes but focus on what can be done. After all, it's better to react favorably rather than dwell on worrisome thoughts. You won't achieve anything but negativeness when you hold on to stress, anxiety, and depression. Work on making yourself better. Improve in order for your life to experience progress. Likewise, when you'd make an effort to be finer or superior, you'll have fewer things to worry yourself about. Get rid of negative ideas in your head or at least learn to adapt to their existence. If you can't program your mind to forget bad things that happened, find a way to fight those thoughts. Sometimes, walk away and just ignore problems if they can't be dealt with immediately. You know, often, you only need to take some ti

Occasionally, you ought to consider making time for leisure. Enjoy living. Instead of taking everything so seriously, relax, and take it easy. Anyway, you're never going to get out of life alive. In the end, all human beings die. So we might as well make the most of our lives by doing the things that we want. The needs will always be there but the fulfillment of one's desires matters. So what can you do to make your life enjoyable? First of all, try to list down some things that appeal to you. While doing so, think about what you always wanted to do but were unable to pursue due to several reasons. Also, take into account your curiosities. Of course, this wouldn't be complete without you catering to your concept of pleasure. Yet in having fun you must also be considerate of others. Make sure that your enjoyment doesn't negatively affect those around you. Also, consider that you have limitations. You have the aspects of your body and budget to think about. You can always