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Five things to share this week:
You don’t need discipline to get offline, and you don’t have to be mean to yourself about it. There are a million things to do offline that are far more enjoyable than the same regurgitated noise online. It does take more effort, and it takes getting used to, but once you get used to it, the digital is no match for the joy of time spent offline.
I’m finally too old to pretentiously like/dislike things. Indian Matchmaking on Netflix is so enjoyable and fun to watch!!! Does enjoying trashy reality television make my claim to unplugging and spending time offline any less valid? (no)
A quote I want to share with you:
“Tell me and I forget, teach me and I remember, involve me and I learn.”
— Benjamin Franklin
Do, be, do, be, do…
What inspired this week’s newsletter: Getting Stuff Done by Not Being Mean to Yourself
Instead of being disciplined about hating on yourself to get things done, try being disciplined about remaining close to what brings you joy. It takes a lot of courage.
A question for you: What brings you joy about spending time offline?
That’s all for this week!
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Until next time,
Mehret
If you don't feel comfortable sharing, that's fine, but how much time do you think you spend on a screen each week? I really hate my hours, considering my job, which is why I know it's important to spend time offline. Last night, for example, I spent an hour shredding documents with my kids. It was a blast, especially when they were jumping around the room in their animal costumes.
I find joy in the transitions between online and offline life. Like when I need to be on video meetings for a while, it feels amazing to close my laptop and walk around in the sunshine of my backyard. And then I also appreciate that I'm able to return to the online world to make a living and connect with others. It's just all about finding the right balance. Thanks for sharing!