How does one find time for intellectual pursuits when he or she is trapped into...?

Question

...a perpetual "work/raise kids/sleep" lifestyle?

BellOrangeBell, you did an outstanding job of misinterpreting what should have been a pretty straight-forward question. Intellectual pursuits means exactly that. I am interested in politics, history, travel, astronomy and an array of other subjects which I cannot delve into as much as I'd like to. I do not wish to "be relieved of my existing responsibilities," as you insist; rather, I am seeking advice as to how I, or anyone else living in this time-starved society of ours, can find time to pursue whatever it is they wish to pursue (for me, that would be my personal studies). As I am still fairly young, I am not married and do not have any children; I am contemplating deferring marriage or forgoing it altogether so as to not "trap" myself into a perpetual cycle of responsibilities and sleep.

...with no "me" time.

Answer 1

Simply make time with your partners help.~~

Answer 2

It's not easy by any means but it is important to set aside each day just some time to be yours. The kids can be given some activity that keeps them occupied for a little while giving you that little window of time to do what you want. Get up extra early or stay up extra late but at least get 30 minutes a day for yourself. Trapped is exactly the word for it because that is just about all your world revolves around. Work, kids, cook, clean, shop, laundry, etc. Consider getting a sitter to mind the kids while you do your own thing. It's worth the few dollars to have a few hours alone.

Answer 3

I know of a lot of people who have been successful in balancing studies, career and family responsibilities by effective "time management". Marriage or work should not be a hindrance for anyone to pursue, say further education. I believe there are online schools available where one can take courses in the comfort of home. If its preferred to attend face-face classrom education, one can take a few manageable units at a time.

Answer 4

Personnel time is important. I call it mental health time. you have to have a balance in everything in life.

I always tried to keep the same schedule and that way I could schedule time for me in the evening after the children were sleeping. I was wore out but it is important. Read the book “the seven habits”

Good Luck and God Bless

"Watch what people are cynical about, and one can often discover what they lack."
- General George Patton Jr

Answer 5

Priorities, my man. I always make time (usually by sleeping less) for the things that are most important. If you've truly got the drive to pursue some sort of intellectual nirvana, I'm sure you'll make it happen.

Answer 6

Buy a motorcycle and go off by yourself every weekend. Start off in any direction for an hour and then come back. you can also use a bicycle or shoe leather express. Also if you don't have an exercise routine, Adopt one and make time for it every day. Put everything else off. Take control.

Answer 7

"Trapped" is an interesting perspective. You want to be relieved of your responsibilities. "Intellectual Pursuits" or "Just Plain Fun"... you don't feel you have time for anything other than your responsibilities. I would suggest that you look hard and find some real pleasure in your everyday life. Take at least 20 minutes each day (even if you have to lock yourself in the bathroom) and pamper yourself !!

Answer 8

Why not try to improve what you can so that way you can make the best of what you have. Study into how you talk and see how you can improve what you say so you can have more to think about.

Answer 9

myself