good things to do when low on concentration and motivation?

[cheech]

I went to a party last night and got drunk. I had a good time, but am now a bit hungover. I don't feel too bad, but my concentration is pretty shot, and my motivation to do anything useful is pretty low. Usually, I pretty much waste the whole day after I've been drinking, which is usually at least one day a week. I get plenty of stuff done during the rest of the week, so this doesn't actually present a major problem, but I would like to get some value out of these days. I know I'm not going to be as productive on those days as I would normally, but does anyone have any ideas for useful things I can do that don't require much concentration or motivation?

thanks,

Chica

[Ralph]

reading and listening to audio programs is my personal favorite for such times

[Kaspian]

Is this pattern really serving you?

[cheech]

Originally Posted by Ralph

reading and listening to audio programs is my personal favorite for such times

good idea. just found a podcast relating to one of my main personal development goals goals. they even have an interview with steve pavlina in one episode!

Originally Posted by Kaspian

Is this pattern really serving you?

To an extent. I'm still able to make progress towards my personal development goals, support myself, contribute to my community, build and maintain loving relationships with friends and family, maintain a reasonable (and improving) level of health and fitness, and spend the majority of my time at least moderately happy. Would I be able to do at least some of these things better if I reduced my alcohol consuption? Almost certainly (especially the health and fitness thing), but as I'm still able to lead a life I love, it's not a high priority for me right now

[Eric Roosevelt]

Be careful not to fill 100% of your time with intense productivity. When I lack concentration, I usually try to stay clear of anything where I really care about the result. At the same time, I try to increase my concentration, perhaps by taking a walk outside or even a cold shower. I don't think coffee is particularly harmful to most people, but I personally avoid it (and all other types of stimulating substances, including sugar).

Some good acitivities for when you lack concentration have already been mentioned. Podcasts are a good idea. In general just try to set realistic goals for what you can achieve on a day like this.