Turning Ordinary Moments Into Meaningful Experiences.

On Sunday morning, we explored how to take philosophical theories and turn them into practical strategies for everyday life. I'm trying to build on that foundation, and dive deeper into how we can apply these ideas even further. With more insights and actionable steps, I'm positive that this post will help you take philosophy off the page and bring it into your daily routine. At least, that is what I truly hope! Feel free to share your insights, disagree, agree and talk about these.

So, let's use some knowledge by Friedrich Nietzsche and Jean-Paul Sartre. Existentialists like them believed that life’s meaning isn’t something we find, but something we create for ourselves.  They taught that we must live authentically and take responsibility for shaping our own lives, even when faced with uncertainty. This might sound abstract, but it has a very practical side: how can we bring meaning to the everyday things we do? Here are some things that I tried personally and helped me to bring some meaningful experience in daily activities. 

1. When you’re engaged in routine activities, washing dishes for example, commuting to work, or completing tasks at your job ask yourself: “How can I find meaning in this moment?” Sometimes, it’s as simple as appreciating the small details around you: the warm water on your hands as you wash, the sights on your way to work, or the effort you’re putting into something that matters, even if it’s just part of your daily grind. 
These mundane moments are part of our lives, so why not treat them with care and purpose? When you shift your mindset this way, even the most ordinary tasks can become meaningful. You might start seeing the bigger picture of how your actions contribute to your overall goals or how they support the people around you. So, if you want me to put it in a phrase let's just call it: find meaning in routine tasks.

2. Another strategy that helped me before is to ask myself  if  I 'am free to shape my life, if every choice I make, even the small ones, reflects my values. Think about the choices you make throughout the day, what you eat, how you spend your time, how you respond to others. Are these choices aligning with who you want to be? Or are you simply going through life on autopilot? 
We can practice this, by trying to make more conscious decisions in our daily routine. For example, instead of scrolling through your phone mindlessly during breaks, you could choose to do something that brings you joy or helps you grow, like reading, taking a walk, or reflecting on your goals. By doing this, you’ll start to feel more in control of your life and more connected to the things that matter to you. So, do not forget to make conscious choices, and of course ask questions.

3. We're talking about existentialism today, so, i think it's fair to say that existentialists remind us that life is uncertain, and that’s okay. We don’t always know what’s going to happen, if not always, but we do have the power to choose how we respond to that uncertainty. Rather than feeling anxious or overwhelmed, you can view the unknown as an opportunity to shape your own path. 
One practical way to do this is by setting small, meaningful goals each day, goals that give you a sense of direction without needing to have everything figured out. Whether it’s improving a skill, deepening a relationship, or simply being kinder to yourself, these daily goals can help you navigate uncertainty with purpose and intention. I think at the end of the day we should all embrace life's uncertainty. 

By bringing more awareness and intentionality to the seemingly small moments, you can infuse meaning into even the most routine parts of your life. As you embrace responsibility for your choices and face life’s uncertainties with courage, you’re truly living out the principles of existentialism, one day at a time.