Whenever I open YouTube, it's filled with so much information about so many things. The homepage shows thumbnails of cricket, songs, movies, news, and podcasts. Our minds are bombarded with information from morning till night. All this information isn't important, but we still consume it for no reason.
Every notification and mindless scrolling on our phones keeps us engaged, but it drains our energy. Every thumbnail we see on YouTube, every news article, or random video takes away some of our energy. All this information is like garbage that drains our energy. We get exhausted quickly and can't even realize why we're so tired.
Our brains have a limited capacity and get tired easily. It demands extra energy to process all this information. So, we end up eating more, which can lead to weight gain. Our minds need rest. I realized this when I felt sleepy without reason. Also, I found that my productivity is higher when I take an afternoon nap and resume work after it.
Because our brains get tired in the first half of the day, they need some recharge to work efficiently. Nowadays, our minds need to be empty to think about new ideas or feel good experiences in nature. The taste of the first bite of our meal, the first sip of morning coffee, is always special. Our minds should be empty and curious enough to feel it. If we're taking these things for granted, our minds need to be emptied.
The first step to emptying our minds is realizing we don't need to know everything. So, be selective about online content. Unfollow accounts that don't add value and set boundaries for consumption. Secondly, do physical activities or take a 30-minute walk daily. Engage in real things like observing the sky or listening to different noises.
Listen to mindful music with no words or songs. Silent music can calm our minds. Also, listen to songs we like and sing along. This is my favorite activity, and I do it first thing in the morning while brushing my teeth. Don't use headphones; play it loudly for a different impact.
Clearing clutter from our minds is essential for our well-being. When we let go of irrelevant information, we make space for what truly matters. We can focus better, make decisions more easily, and enjoy life more fully. Emptying our minds doesn't mean we stop thinking; it means we think more clearly and intentionally.