Being busy may make life more stressful……But it has a benefit!
Having a jam-packed schedule raises self-esteem and makes people more likely to make healthy decisions for themselves. That’s according to new research in the Journal Of Consumer Research. Their study found that being busy helps people delay gratification and make smarter decisions. In fact, researchers say that simply thinking of yourself as a busy person encourages healthier behavior.
So when we think “man, I’m so busy”, we’re more likely to go to the gym after work, than relax in front of the TV. We’re more likely to save money for retirement, and eat fruit instead of an unhealthy snack. And all it took was for researchers to ask study participants to write down everything that was keeping them busy lately. So if you need a shot of self-esteem and motivation to make better choices for yourself, make a list each day of everything you have to do. Your busy life can help you make healthier decisions!
