How to Change the World around You

Every day, we wake up in the same bed (well, most of us!), go to the same place for work, and lead our lives in a hopelessly preprogrammed manner. While some people blame the zombification of mankind on the public education system, some can’t get enough of cursing the capitalism that has given birth to innumerable indispensable needs of the human race.

Overlooking the debate, one thing is for sure; time and again, we all feel the need to bring in some “change” in our rather monotonous lives, and for this, go to extremes and invest fortunes. Unfortunately, the moments at extremities are usually limited and start to dissipate even before we are able to sink in the feeling. So, what to do? Can’t go on a vacation every month!

Well, here are 5 simple ways to change the world around you, without really making too much efforts or spending a large sum of your hard-earned money.

Option 1: Change Your Ride

Probably the biggest problem with the current generation is that we have become too relaxed in our little comfort zones, and that pretty much explains why we do the same things every day. But even if we have to, at least we can do the same things differently. Begin by changing your mode of commute. If you drive a car, take a bus. If you commute by bus, try metro, or take a taxi one odd day to prize yourself.

Option 2: Play a Musical Instrument

As kids, a lot of us aspire to be musicians, but with time, the inbred desire finds itself blowing with the wind. If you seek “change”, it’s time you revive the musician inside. Even if you don’t like music (which is kind of hard to believe!), you can still give it a try. You just might be missing out on one of the most magnificent experiences we, as humans, are capable of comprehending. Start by watching a few videos of the instruments you like, as it will help you to make the right choice of the one to play.

Option 3: Indulge in Artworks

Art - three letters that collate more substance than the entire living humanity put together. If you feel life has gotten too dull, adding some artwork to your surroundings can help. Explore the works of the best artists to have walked the planet and bring home some replicas of their work. They might not be the real thing, but look pretty much as good. Or, you can also buy the work of upcoming artists. Either, you will be able to bring a notable change to the world around you.

Option 4: Use Wall Tapestries

What, tapestries? Yes, tapestries! Unarguably one of the most economical décor products in the book, tapestries can actually make a huge difference in the overall ambience of your home and workplace. During the medieval eras, tapestries were used by the elite as a symbol of class and taste, and even after hundreds of years, their charm refuses to perish. You can buy a few tapestries for different parts of your home and workplace and change them whenever you think you could do with a little change in your life.

So these were five simple ways with which you can alter how you feel about your everyday life.

“Monotony collapses time, novelty unfolds it. If you spend your life sitting in a cubicle and passing papers, one day is bound to blend unmemorably into the next - and disappear.” – Joshua Foer

Change now!