Last week I blogged about the things that I are currently on my plate as far as research goes. Between Ancestry and German language lessons, the post made it seem like those were the only subjects and activities I'm involved in. Far from accurate, big time. There are so many interests I have that consume my time and honestly, something has to give. I'm spending WAY TOO MUCH TIME every day on my devices, my phone. And where is it getting me? Sure, I enjoy them. The Ancestry and German lessons are fun and I learn new things daily, both being of great advantage to me, especially the genealogy. Sandwiched in between those two daily activities, I also indulge in occasional Pokemon Go, watching Netflix, enjoying various sites dealing with human sexuality and sociology, photography and some purely stupid fluff that does me no good.
Why???!! Why am I spending so much of my time on all of these brain numbing activities? The graphic above is what happens every sixty seconds online. Granted, this is a bit older and there are many sites not listed on this. I'm part of these statistics and you know...I'm tired. I have been SO involved in my daily routine that important things have taken a back seat in this vehicle called life.Not just a back seat, but if my life were a truck, those previously important and calming activities that balanced me are on the back bumper now!!>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>
Ugh. :-(
Now, what daily and life activities were making me so balanced and happy? What activities kept me positive and healthy, happy and less stressed? A few of these I still do daily, such as my chores at home (yes, I actually enjoy doing dishes, cleaning,etc) visiting with friends and going out to shoot photos. What activities am I NOT doing that need to come back:
* Meditation. This is so necessary and I hate to admit I have been out of practice for a year. :-(
* Shakuhachi. My playing and practice is not only part of meditation but essential for centering .
* Tea. especially my green tea , which I love so much. It has gone missing for the most part.
* Mindfulness. Yes, I still practice it but a LOT less than before and that has made me more irritable.
* Buddhist philosophy and it's history. I miss it. Dearly.
* Classical music. One of my first loves, that has been a stronghold for me. With 5000+ CD's...yeah.
* Running, walking and cycling. These are a form of meditation and I NEED to get back to them!
* Reading BOOKS!! Real books. Not spending time on electronic devices.
So...there they are. I need to get back these and starting today, will be online a LOT less, on Facebook a LOT less and delving back in to the above listed. There are also a few health related changes I will be starting today....
* No alcohol. Done for awhile. Not sure how long but I NEED a break and will do my best.
* No coffee. While I love it and it's caffeine, it is tearing my tummy up. So tea it is.
* Less cheese and fatty foods. Carbs as well. NOT an easy thing for me but again...will try.
* Fewer sweets.
These are things that will help me lose weight and feel better for sure.
Wish me luck!
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