“Don't you ever get the feeling that all your life is going by and you're not taking advantage of it? Do you realize you've lived nearly half the time you have to live already?” -- Ernest Hemingway, The Sun Also Rises Are you living your life to the fullest? For some people, living an optimal life is like wishing to win the lottery. Others consider it as a daunting or overwhelming task that requires time, effort, and money. However, contrary to what these people believe, living life to the fullest is easier to achieve with few changes in their lifestyle, perception, and views. In just simple ways, you can already live a saner, more satisfying, and healthier life without sacrificing your responsibilities at work, to your family, and at home. Whether you are living in the city or in a small town, you can make a change and live an optimal life. How?

Learn to Appreciate Even Little Things Instead of your usual grabbing a cup of coffee, driving to work, and returning home after a whole day of stress, why not break this typical daily routine and learn to appreciate the things around you. Listen to the different sounds that nature produces and be aware of the beautiful surroundings that you often overlook due to the overwhelming responsibilities that you have.