Stop.
Look at your calendar right now. What day is it?
Odds are, you're reading this blog searching for answers to the question, “Why do Mondays suck so much?” Or trying your best to remain positive on the 2nd most dreaded day of the week: Tuesday. Wednesdays leave you in the middle, which is bad enough. Maybe it's Thursday, and you're starting to see the silver lining. And who are we kidding? There is no way you'll be reading this over the weekend.
Now, introspect: why don't we get that “Friday feeling” every day of the week? Why are we so exhausted, which contributes to our unproductivity? Author Mark Driskill presents a revolutionary book that proposes a solution to our problem.
The Earthsday Calendar suggests adding an eighth day to the week.
But how would that work?
The 7-Day Dilemma
First, let's highlight everything that is wrong with the current week. The worst is the odd number of days. Because they cannot be divided evenly, it creates uneven and inconvenient schedules for workers and employers. This leads to inconsistent productivity. People aren't likely to operate at peak potential. They are overworked and have too little time for recovery. The two-day weekend is insufficient to get yourself up and running for the coming week's challenges.
But what if we added an 8th day to the mix?
8th Day to the Rescue
In his book, Mark Driskill points out how establishing an eighth day would promote gradual reductions in the number of hours worked in the full-time workweek. We're talking about a reasonable four-days-on/four-days-off schedule, allowing people to enjoy ample time for themselves. Hence, this schedule would promote a healthy work-life balance, contributing to overall productivity. Employers are happy, and so are employees. Furthermore, an eighth day would also improve a country's standard of living and HPI (Happy Life Index). People would have time to indulge in self-improvement activities and their mental well-being. Incorporating an eighth day to the week wouldn't just be beneficial for employers and employees but for society overall.
Author Mark Driskill delves into extensive detail on the matter, paving the path for change in our lives.
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