Have you heard of white space?
Not just in design (although, yes, the aesthetic is real), but in life. Because if your calendar looks like a Tetris game, you might need a little more of it.
What is White Space?
You know that beautiful breathing room in design that makes everything clearer and easier to take in? That’s white space. In Chinese art, it’s called ‘designing the white’—creating space to let imagination, thought, and creativity flourish. Now, imagine applying that to your life. Sounds nice, doesn’t it?
Where’s the White Space in Your Day?
Take a look at your diary - your day, your week, even your month. Be honest: is there any white space? Or are you running on an endless loop of meetings, emails, social media scrolling, and saying yes to things you don’t even want to do?
If you keep living in constant chaos, something’s got to give. Your health, focus, and creativity will suffer because humans are not designed to be ‘on’ all the time. Your brain needs a break from the constant noise and decision-making.
So, if your mind feels like 75 Chrome tabs running at once, it’s time to close a few and hit refresh...
6 Ways to Create White Space in Your Life
Here’s how you can start reclaiming your time and energy:
Cut the FOMO
Did you know that 56% of people worry about missing out on something (news, events, social media updates) if they’re not constantly online? No wonder our brains feel fried. What’s ONE digital distraction you can let go of this week?
Everyone Has 24 Hours – Use Yours Wisely
We all get the same number of hours in a day, so why do some people seem to get more done without running themselves into the ground? The secret? They protect their time. What could you swap out to make space for thinking, planning, or just being?
Schedule ‘You’ Time (Yes, Actually Put It in Your Calendar)
Don’t just hope you’ll get some downtime - book it in. Block out time to sit with your thoughts, embrace the quiet, and give your brain a break.
Time-Block Your Day
Set short, focused goals, and protect the time you need to smash them - without distractions. You’d be amazed how much you can accomplish in 40 uninterrupted minutes.
The Gratitude Reset
Start your morning by not diving straight into emails or social media. Take a moment to reflect and make yourself a drink. It’s a small habit that fuels a mindset shift - one that makes everything else feel less overwhelming.
Take a ‘Wonder Walk’
Ever tried going for a walk with zero purpose? No phone, no podcast, no ‘productive’ goal - just 20 minutes of fresh air to clear your head. Try it. It’s weirdly liberating.
Less Cramming, More Clarity
This isn’t about stuffing more into your day. It’s about clearing space for what truly matters—so you can focus, think, and breathe.
You don’t need to overhaul your life overnight. Just pick one thing from this list and start there. Little shifts lead to big changes.
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