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For many in Bangladesh, traffic jams are an everyday reality—an inevitable part of modern urban life. While being stuck in traffic is often frustrating and draining, it does not always have to be wasted time. With a shift in mindset, those idle hours can be turned into opportunities for learning, entertainment, or simply unwinding.
One of the easiest and most accessible ways to make traffic bearable is by listening to a good podcast. Whether your interest lies in business, science, history, or personal development, podcasts offer a wealth of knowledge without any extra effort. Just plug in your earphones and you are set to learn on the go.
Educator and author Sadman Sadik, in his YouTube monologue Nijer Moto Kore Shomoy Katate Parar Shadhinota, insightfully notes, "Right now, I am just a voice you're listening to, but the reason you're listening is because you can relate to some things with me...
and that made you feel good." His words remind us that podcasts not only inform but can also provide comfort, making us feel a little less alone amidst the chaos. Another enriching option is audiobooks.
With countless titles available across genres, switching from traditional books to audio versions during commutes can help you finish more books than you'd expect in a year. However, listening to audio content is not always feasible—especially if you do not have headphones or a charged device. In such cases, if you are travelling with someone, consider engaging in meaningful conversation.
A shared story, casual chat, or even brainstorming ideas can help pass the time and deepen connections. If you are not behind the wheel, try mentally stimulating activities like Sudoku or crossword puzzles. These not only keep your brain active but also help divert attention from the gridlock and reduce stress.
Most importantly, practising mindfulness—such as deep breathing or simply observing your surroundings—can calm the mind. Rather than focusing on honking horns and delays, embracing a quiet moment can bring surprising peace. Traffic jams may be unavoidable, but how we respond to them is entirely within our control.
By using that time wisely—whether through learning, connecting, or relaxing—we can transform daily standstills into valuable moments. This article was thought up by Tashrif Arefin while stuck in traffic! For many in Bangladesh, traffic jams are an everyday reality—an inevitable part of modern urban life. While being stuck in traffic is often frustrating and draining, it does not always have to be wasted time.
With a shift in mindset, those idle hours can be turned into opportunities for learning, entertainment, or simply unwinding. One of the easiest and most accessible ways to make traffic bearable is by listening to a good podcast. Whether your interest lies in business, science, history, or personal development, podcasts offer a wealth of knowledge without any extra effort.
Just plug in your earphones and you are set to learn on the go. Educator and author Sadman Sadik, in his YouTube monologue Nijer Moto Kore Shomoy Katate Parar Shadhinota, insightfully notes, "Right now, I am just a voice you're listening to, but the reason you're listening is because you can relate to some things with me..
. and that made you feel good." His words remind us that podcasts not only inform but can also provide comfort, making us feel a little less alone amidst the chaos.
Another enriching option is audiobooks. With countless titles available across genres, switching from traditional books to audio versions during commutes can help you finish more books than you'd expect in a year. However, listening to audio content is not always feasible—especially if you do not have headphones or a charged device.
In such cases, if you are travelling with someone, consider engaging in meaningful conversation. A shared story, casual chat, or even brainstorming ideas can help pass the time and deepen connections. If you are not behind the wheel, try mentally stimulating activities like Sudoku or crossword puzzles.
These not only keep your brain active but also help divert attention from the gridlock and reduce stress. Most importantly, practising mindfulness—such as deep breathing or simply observing your surroundings—can calm the mind. Rather than focusing on honking horns and delays, embracing a quiet moment can bring surprising peace.
Traffic jams may be unavoidable, but how we respond to them is entirely within our control. By using that time wisely—whether through learning, connecting, or relaxing—we can transform daily standstills into valuable moments. This article was thought up by Tashrif Arefin while stuck in traffic!.
