Have you ever been so bored you absolutely did not know what to do with yourself? Chances are, if you’re a spontaneous person, the answer to that question was a resounding “NO.” Spontaneous people are always on the go, and always looking for an exciting adventure to start. Aside from never being bored, there are a bunch of other ways being spontaneous is beneficial to a person’s mood and well-being.
1. You stay fresh
Like I said, spontaneous people are always up to try something new. They’re never happy doing the same thing day in, day out. Even if they’re stuck in a job that requires them to sit in an office cubicle all day, they’ll spice up the day any way they can. It could be as simple as ordering something new from a local restaurant for lunch, or putting on a different Pandora station while they get their work done. Spontaneous people also rarely end up sitting on the couch all night watching sitcom reruns. They’ll be the ones always ready to do something rather than just hang out. Because they’re always trying something new, spontaneous people never get bored, and always stay fresh.
2. You’re more flexible
Spontaneous people are ready to do something new at a moment’s notice. While others might turn down a last-minute invitation to happy hour, spontaneous people will not only accept the invitation, but they’ll start calling others and making even bigger plans for the night. And if plans change, that’s totally fine by them. Spontaneous people don’t feel tied down to one plan, and will be more than happy to accommodate a contingency, as long as it leads to an exciting adventure. This “go with the flow” attitude helps them avoid conflict and confrontation, and allows them to ride the wave of excitement that continuously exists within their life.
3. You’re more creative
Not only do spontaneous people go with the flow, but they also get lost in their own. Think of artists, writers, and musicians who can sit for hours creating paintings, poems, and songs without stopping to censor or criticize their work. They don’t set boundaries for what they can accomplish, choosing to first get their ideas “out there” before deciding whether to keep them or not. They aren’t constantly stopping and thinking about what to do next – they simply do whatever comes to mind.
4. You’re less stressed out
Spontaneous people tend to not stress out over much. They understand that life goes on, whether it goes as planned or not. Since their natural instinct is to “play it by ear,” they have no problem dealing with situations they didn’t expect. They’re also less disappointed when things don’t turn out the way they expected, as they will simply move on to whatever life has in store for them next. And, of course, when life does get stressful, spontaneous people know how to shake things up in order to relieve the stress and get over the hurdle they’re currently facing.
5. You’re happier
It may be a bit of conjecture, but it stands to reason that those who are more fresh, flexible, creative, and relaxed than others will ultimately be happier with their life. Spontaneous people make the best of every situation they face, and take full advantage of everything life has to offer. Though happiness is a fleeting concept, having a mindset which allows you to always see the bright side of things certainly will optimize your ability to keep a positive outlook. While everyone in this world faces their fair share of ups and downs, the spontaneous among us remain resilient and press forward to the next big thing life has to offer.
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