How to put load shedding to use instead of irritation

A shortage has been created in the electricity supply in the country due to the crisis of fuel and gas. As a result many have to remain without electricity for a long time starting from the busy time of the day to the time of rest at night. Such a situation in the heat can naturally increase irritation, discomfort and mental pressure. However according to the experts it is also possible to put the time of load shedding to use for mental peace and physical exercise by developing some conscious habits.

The opportunity of the use of smartphone, computer or television decreasing is created due to the absence of electricity. It has been said in a health-related report of Cleveland Clinic of the United States that this time of staying away from digital devices can be put to use as ‘downtime’. When the use of the screen remains closed the default mode network of the brain gets the opportunity to become active, which plays a role in various works related to thinking, creativity and memory. Offline works like reading books or solving puzzles can also be helpful in keeping concentration.

Remaining physically active during load shedding is also beneficial. According to various health information of the World Health Organisation and Harvard T H Chan School of Public Health regular physical exercise helps in reducing mental pressure and anxiety. Light walking, stretching or yoga can be done in a safe environment outside the house during the absence of electricity. Along with the body remaining active the mind can also remain somewhat good due to this.

The time without electricity can also be used as an opportunity of spending with the family. Time can be spent by putting the smartphone or laptop aside and talking directly with the members of the family, reading books or playing games like ludo, chess and carrom. Along with the dependence on the screen decreasing the mutual communication among the members of the family can also increase due to this.

Music can also be an effective way of reducing mental pressure. It is possible to temporarily divert the mind from the irritation of the power outage by concentrating on works like listening to favourite songs, humming songs or playing musical instruments. Calm types of tunes can especially be helpful in bringing mental peace during the time of rest.

However the matter of health and safety during load shedding should not be ignored in any way. It is not right to open the door of the fridge repeatedly without necessity. There is a risk of food getting spoiled quickly if there is no electricity, therefore it is necessary to keep the door closed as much as possible. Burning generator, coal or any other fuel inside the house is also dangerous. Due to this toxic gas like carbon monoxide can accumulate and serious accidents can occur. It is better to use the arrangement of rechargeable light or safe alternative light instead of candles to reduce the risk of fire.

Altogether, although load shedding is unwanted the time of it can be used in the works of reading books, light physical exercise, listening to songs or spending time with the family without keeping it completely unproductive. Along with the irritation of the absence of electricity decreasing somewhat a positive time can also be created for the body and mind due to this.