meaningafternoon

Meaningafternoon is a neologism used to describe a deliberate period in the afternoon dedicated to pursuing meaningful activities. The term blends "meaning" and "afternoon" to signal a shift from routine tasks to purposeful engagement.

The phrase emerged in informal online discourse and self-improvement communities in the 2010s and 2020s as a way to designate a daily habit or ritual. It is not an established term in major dictionaries, and its usage varies across individuals and communities.

Meaningafternoon may involve activities that contribute to personal growth, learning, creativity, volunteering, or reflective practices. Common approaches include setting a specific time block after lunch, planning activities with clear intent, and minimizing interruptions to maintain focus on meaningful tasks.

As a neologism, meaningafternoon is primarily encountered in blogs, forums, and social media rather than formal writing. Critics argue that it can encourage performative productivity or guilt if the time is not used as planned, while supporters view it as a simple framework for adding purpose to daily life.

See also: time blocking, purposeful living, mindfulness, self-improvement culture.