How to optimize your travel time
No more wasting time staring aimlessly out of the train or bus window! Instead of letting time meaninglessly slip away, why not turn your daily commute with exo into time well spent on productivity and well-being? Thanks to a few simple tips and practical tools, travelling with exo can become the perfect opportunity to make the most of every moment you spend on the move. Whether it's to boost your productivity, relax, or even socialize (if ever you feel like looking up from your screen), it’s time to reinvent how you spend your time on the go. Here are 4 things you can do to make the most of your train or bus journey.
1. Maximize your travel time with the right tools
It’s time to stop wasting time! With exo, your commute can be better spent being more productive. How? With these 3 tips:
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Tip #1 :
consult our trip planner page to efficiently map out your trip before travelling.
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Tip #2 :
download the Chrono app for smooth, stress-free travel. You’ll be able to plan your trips, get notified about any disruptions, and even monitor ridership on our buses and commuter trains.
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Tip #3 :
discover even more practical apps by checking out our article on the 7 apps designed to help you be more productive while riding the train.
2. Improve your well-being during the journey
Your travel time with exo is also you-time! It’s the perfect opportunity to refocus and relieve some of your daily stress. With today’s fast-paced hectic life, taking a moment for yourself is essential. Why not turn your commute into express meditation sessions? With apps like OMG I Can Meditate available for free in English and French, or RespiRelax+ to practice cardiac coherence, it’s never been easier to learn how to meditate and relax, even while on public transit.
And if meditation isn’t your cup of tea, why not dive into the world of books? In a world where we reading is on the decline, rediscovering the pleasure of getting stuck into a good novel is a great way to stimulate your mind. Beyond being a mental escape, reading can enrich your knowledge and give you new conversation starters. To find your next read, check out Renaud-Bray’s favourites, and let the words (and your imagination!) take you away.
3. Expand your knowledge on the go
Riding with exo can also be part of your learning journey.
Did you know that your daily commute is also a great time to broaden your linguistic horizons? Instead of scrolling through social media or playing Candy Crush, why not download a free app like Duolingo? With short, engaging exercises ranging from 5 to 20 minutes, you can easily learn the basics of a new foreign language or improve your English, all while you’re on the move.
Your commute is also the perfect time to listen to TEDx talks. These talks, available online with TED, are short presentations given by experts in a variety of fields, from science, to art, to social issues. Each conference is a window into innovative and inspiring ideas, perfect for stimulating your mind and expanding your knowledge during your journey. It's all about work-life balance while you’re on the go.
4. Start a conversation with your neighbour
What if you took advantage of your exo trip to exchange a few words with the person sitting next to you? Although the idea of chatting with a stranger on public transit may seem intimidating, a study by researchers at the University of Chicago reveals that it could actually be very beneficial. Contrary to popular belief, starting a conversation can not only improve your mood, also that of the person you’re talking to. As the study suggests, “connecting with others in a place where we might tend to isolate ourselves, can have a significant positive impact on our mood and open-mindedness.”
So why not give it a try? A smile, a hello, or a comment about the weather can be the start of a rewarding interaction. Who knows, you might just start your day with a pleasant conversation, or even discover common interests with someone from your daily commute. Having the courage to initiate a conversation can turn an ordinary moment into a positive social experience.
At the end of the day, every trip with exo is an opportunity to do something meaningful for yourself. Whether to work, learn, relax or socialize, this time can be turned into valuable opportunities. Shift your perspective on time spent on public transit and see how every trip can be an enriching experience.
