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A few days of introspection, as well of past experiences and plenty of signs of my body and mind to make a change, have made me realize that it's about time to do some Internet fasting ( or intermittent Internet fasting ), starting tomorrow.
I am getting tired of these waves of activeness and inactiveness, this constant lack of balance. My intuition is telling me to take more drastic changes, that hopefully lead to a habit of healthier Internet consumption, among other things.
This blog post by @fenngen was just the little boost that I needed:
Killed my Phone - Got Back My Soul
Feeling physically sick, yesterday afternoon, after checking the crypto markets for too much time, also helped.
It might have been a green day, an upward surge in the crypt world, but it stressed me out anyway. And, more importantly, I don't like the addictive pull of this stuff.
The fact that it's about money - a subject / energy form that I'm still trying to change my stance on / relationship with - probably made me feel worse. I guess I felt greedy and that isn't a good feeling.
These days, I'm going through my second 21 day Abundance ( meditation ) challenge in a couple of months time. I can't get enough of abundance, at least abundance of healthy things.
Spending loads of time online, checking the markets does not make me feel abundant, it does not make me feel healthy. It does not make me feel happy.
Anyhow, I guess the picture that I composed and took for this blog post, speaks for itself.
To Summarize Its Message:
You will probably see less of me on here. I promise though, that it will lead to an increased quality of posting and hopefully an increased energy for commenting and curating other people's output.
Although I'm not sure whether you will notice the difference, I'm sure I will feel it.
HEALTH - HAPPINESS - HEALTH - HAPPINESS...
There's a strong correlation between health and happiness and I can't help but feeling that constant online time isn't increasing mine.
I also feel that spending more offline time ( even if it's just a day per week ) will lead to increased focus and productivity concerning the areas that really matter to me.
I expect to become more social ( instead of faking it ), more energized and more creative. Creative in a way that will actually lead to results instead of an unending series of unfinished products.
Let's see. Time will tell.
For now, I will take things step by step.
Tomorrow, Thursday January the 16th, I will be offline,
only reachable by phone ( text messaging and calls ) and face to face, by those who actually have my phone number.
Others can reach out to me in the online world and will have to wait a little longer for a reply.
I must say I'm really looking forward to it and that's a good sign :>)
So what about you? Have you ever considered taking similar measures? Are you already doing this? If not, how does this idea make you feel?
The turtle with the bath robe and a towel on its head - prettying up my laptop - is a sticker designed by fellow Steemian @hglucky13
You can find more on the story behind that in her post Spa Day - Illustration Timelapse by L. Fox and support her on Patreon HERE
This feels like digital detoxification phase II for you. God speed Vincent.
Enjoy peace and mindfulness.
This was only phase 1. Phase 2 will start the day after tomorrow. I'm already liking its effect, it makes me return full power.
Let's catch up soon, my friend :>)
Glad to have helped in the taking of this course of action. I can relate to what you say on checking charts and overall trying desperately to find financial comfort. But I am convinced that a step back usually ends in two steps forward and all that you would like to have will come in time if you focus primary on your well being. Hope to read from you again soon!
Very true. One step back, two steps forward.
You will read from me again soon and I'll probably take a step back ( another internet fasting day ) again the day after tomorrow.
It will make my online time so much more powerful.
Muchas gracias otra vez!
It's always very positive to take time from the internet! I often take some time-offs and I find myself being more creative and less anxious.
Internet, and especially social media, can and should be used for good positive things, but taking time away to reconnect with ourselves it's the best "social media" ever!
Love,
Leonor
It sure is. Good for you that you're able to do so. I really need to either force it or have a reason ( like visitors ), otherwise my will power isn't strong enough.
I will put this quote on my wall, next to my desk ;>)
plus for my life <3perfect synchronicity - as so often with you Vince! I feel the same, #internet-fasting needs to come for me as well, life on the road will make constant access to the internet much harder which will be some kind of amazing
Life on the road and offline time definitely sounds like a bonus. Enjoy it when you can. I'm already looking forward to my next day offline. It makes my time on here so much more productive.
Much love!
If someone took over the running of Natural Medicine for me for a couple of days, I'd love some time offline! Don't disappear entirely, or my online experience won't be as good. I will miss you too much. Your posts always make me feel better, even when I'm done. @riverflows
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I totally get it / feel you and always appreciate your kind words. You truly are a source of love and I try to be the same, in turn.
And no worries, I will never disappear and I'm back already, full power, with a day ( or two ) of offline time every now and then
Hug!