A little while ago, FOMO or Fear Of Missing Out had turned into a huge deal. There were studies which showed that people actually had a fear of missing out on things. But now, it seems FOMO has become old news and JOMO has stepped into the game. What does JOMO stand for, you ask? JOMO is the Joy Of Missing Out. That's right, if you're someone who doesn't enjoy being surrounded by people all the time and who likes to be disconnected once in a while, JOMO is here to the rescue.
JOMO is all about living in the moment and taking a breather from people whenever you want. With JOMO, you don't have to feel guilty about not wanted to attend parties constantly and not wanting to hang out in large groups all the time. Basically, JOMO tells you that it's okay to be in your own mental space for a while and if that means sitting at home in your pyjamas, so be it. Plus, it can also help you from feeling burnout all the time.
Here's how you can incorporate JOMO in your life:
- You might have a smartphone but that hardly means that you should be checking your texts and emails all the time. Sometimes you consciously need to do nothing to give yourself a break.
- If you want to sit at home in your pyjamas instead of going out to a party, that's perfectly alright. So, there's no need to feel ashamed about those choices.
- While social media may help you stay connected with the rest of the world, you don't really need to waste two hours watching random cat videos on Instagram. Try and use social media for more eventful purposes so that you can manage your time as well.
So, say goodbye to FOMO and welcome JOMO.
