Body Mind Health

When your life starts feeling like a loop—waking up, working, winding down, repeat—it’s not just mental fatigue.  It’s a real phenomenon rooted in how our brains perceive time. Neuroscientists and psychologists agree: novelty plays a huge role in how we experience our days. Injecting just a little variety into your routine can help you feel more alive, slow time down, and regain a sense of meaning. Here's how to break the monotony in smart, science-backed ways. 1. Small Surprises Make Big Changes Liz Moody, wellness journalist and podcast host, coined what she calls “ The Novelty Rule .” Her advice? Commit to doing one new thing each week . This doesn't mean skydiving or quitting your job to travel. In fact, Moody emphasizes that it’s the tiny, doable shifts that rewire how you experience your day. “Change your toothpaste flavor. Take a new route on your walk. Cook a dish from a different country,” she suggests on her podcast. “The goal isn’t to disrupt your life, but to g...