Everyone needs to have fun once in a while. Although most of us get caught up in our daily, more serious issues, it is important to find some time to relax in the time we have left in our busy lives to enjoy some of the lighter things in life.
Certainly there are others like myself who find it difficult to break out of the cycle of waking up and addressing responsibilities and tasks only to find themselves at the end of the day unable to relax due to the never-finished list of things to do. Sleep is a necessity on the list but the cycle continues as we wake up and start all over. Enjoyment and entertainment are often placed far too low on the priority scale for the workaholic prone individuals who run and run but never seem to arrive at their obscure destination. Perhaps it would be healthier and happier for this type of person to place some focus on relaxation and learn to enjoy their lives more often. This is easier said than done for some.
Engaging in other fictional lives is something that we often do to escape our own problems. This is prevalent in watching TV, be it sports, sitcoms, dramas or movies. Others will go to concerts to watch bands and enjoy the way music makes them feel. These are called passive entertainment modules as they do not involve doing anything outside of observing what is happening. Although this can be a stress reducer as the individual escapes their own problems and lives through the exciting life of a character, this may not be the best form of self actualization. The deficit in the western world is often staggering. The simple cure for this is to get off the couch and actively do something.
Getting involved in self actualizating activities is easier than most people think. Joining sports teams, going out dancing, playing pool or darts, or learning an instrument are all obvious forms. The big challenge is often to motivate yourself to actually get energy to engage yourself! One really easy activity that you can do, is find a local Karaoke bar and get up and sing! Many people are self conscious of this because they are afraid that they won't be very good. The most important part however, is that people try new and challenging things. The act of karaoke itself is not the challenge, it is building courage to do it!
To get involved in something, it can be as easy as strapping on a pair of running shoes and seeing what it feels like to run again. Call up a friend, or ask your spouse to come with you to go play a game of pool or darts. You will find that it is quite fulfilling to actually keep learning something new, or refining your skills.
Karaoke as a Personal Self Confidence Device:
Karaoke is an appropriate part of this discussion as it is a form of fun and entertainment that many people enjoy. Karaoke gives you an opportunity to sing, scream, yodel, or whatever floats your boat. Personally, it is emotionally cathartic and very therapeutic, and for many people it has contributed to times of fun and laughter. It is often surprising how entertaining or amusing some people are - people you never realized were so talented. All people should be applauded for their gifts and that all people are stars in their lives. Opportunity, publicity and promotion creates the chasm between the celebrities and those whose talent remains unknown. I say they are all stars, undiscovered or otherwise. Karaoke gives the undiscovered the opportunity to enjoy and share their talent with those around them.
It is rumoured to have originated in Japan, from the words kara meaning empty, and oke (okesutora) meaning orchestra. Apparently, a performer failed to show at a venue one night where a crowd had gathered for a performance. The owner of the bar was said to have put on a tape of songs and asked whether anyone would get up and perform. The night turned into such a success that the bar began having frequent shows without performers and it soon spread across Japan and later the world.
Now a days, the technology has become much better. With words being displayed on a TV, indicating timing and rhythm. The song quality is generally much better and the voice track is removed for people to replace with their own renditions. There is a real following and many people are quite passionate about it and are involved weekly.
Karaoke has become very popular and for many it appears they become 'addicted' to the stage, the microphone, the applause and for many the simple joy of having the opportunity to sing with instruments behind them and a sound system that accentuates their voice. For many it is their only chance to feel like a star and to enjoy the spotlight. For some it is the opportunity to conquer the fear of the stage and learn to feel comfortable with themselves regardless of any 'mistakes' they make. For others it is their chance to express themselves through music and the songs that move them.
So, although Karaoke is a Japanese word that means 'empty orchestra", it translates into 'fun' for many people all over the world. - 31877
Certainly there are others like myself who find it difficult to break out of the cycle of waking up and addressing responsibilities and tasks only to find themselves at the end of the day unable to relax due to the never-finished list of things to do. Sleep is a necessity on the list but the cycle continues as we wake up and start all over. Enjoyment and entertainment are often placed far too low on the priority scale for the workaholic prone individuals who run and run but never seem to arrive at their obscure destination. Perhaps it would be healthier and happier for this type of person to place some focus on relaxation and learn to enjoy their lives more often. This is easier said than done for some.
Engaging in other fictional lives is something that we often do to escape our own problems. This is prevalent in watching TV, be it sports, sitcoms, dramas or movies. Others will go to concerts to watch bands and enjoy the way music makes them feel. These are called passive entertainment modules as they do not involve doing anything outside of observing what is happening. Although this can be a stress reducer as the individual escapes their own problems and lives through the exciting life of a character, this may not be the best form of self actualization. The deficit in the western world is often staggering. The simple cure for this is to get off the couch and actively do something.
Getting involved in self actualizating activities is easier than most people think. Joining sports teams, going out dancing, playing pool or darts, or learning an instrument are all obvious forms. The big challenge is often to motivate yourself to actually get energy to engage yourself! One really easy activity that you can do, is find a local Karaoke bar and get up and sing! Many people are self conscious of this because they are afraid that they won't be very good. The most important part however, is that people try new and challenging things. The act of karaoke itself is not the challenge, it is building courage to do it!
To get involved in something, it can be as easy as strapping on a pair of running shoes and seeing what it feels like to run again. Call up a friend, or ask your spouse to come with you to go play a game of pool or darts. You will find that it is quite fulfilling to actually keep learning something new, or refining your skills.
Karaoke as a Personal Self Confidence Device:
Karaoke is an appropriate part of this discussion as it is a form of fun and entertainment that many people enjoy. Karaoke gives you an opportunity to sing, scream, yodel, or whatever floats your boat. Personally, it is emotionally cathartic and very therapeutic, and for many people it has contributed to times of fun and laughter. It is often surprising how entertaining or amusing some people are - people you never realized were so talented. All people should be applauded for their gifts and that all people are stars in their lives. Opportunity, publicity and promotion creates the chasm between the celebrities and those whose talent remains unknown. I say they are all stars, undiscovered or otherwise. Karaoke gives the undiscovered the opportunity to enjoy and share their talent with those around them.
It is rumoured to have originated in Japan, from the words kara meaning empty, and oke (okesutora) meaning orchestra. Apparently, a performer failed to show at a venue one night where a crowd had gathered for a performance. The owner of the bar was said to have put on a tape of songs and asked whether anyone would get up and perform. The night turned into such a success that the bar began having frequent shows without performers and it soon spread across Japan and later the world.
Now a days, the technology has become much better. With words being displayed on a TV, indicating timing and rhythm. The song quality is generally much better and the voice track is removed for people to replace with their own renditions. There is a real following and many people are quite passionate about it and are involved weekly.
Karaoke has become very popular and for many it appears they become 'addicted' to the stage, the microphone, the applause and for many the simple joy of having the opportunity to sing with instruments behind them and a sound system that accentuates their voice. For many it is their only chance to feel like a star and to enjoy the spotlight. For some it is the opportunity to conquer the fear of the stage and learn to feel comfortable with themselves regardless of any 'mistakes' they make. For others it is their chance to express themselves through music and the songs that move them.
So, although Karaoke is a Japanese word that means 'empty orchestra", it translates into 'fun' for many people all over the world. - 31877
About the Author:
To find more information on Calgary Karaoke, visit Sage VonWaylon's website. There are many places to Karaoke in Calgary. Find them by checking out her show listings.
