“Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes… including you.” Anne Lamott
Thanks, Spidey!
I think we may have read this one together before, but it is so important, I’m glad Spidey brought it to my attention again.
I am constantly on the go; work, family and writing.
It is non-stop, seriously, and I didn’t understand before, the importance of putting myself first at times, and listening to my body telling me I needed time away from the rigours of life.
But I have managed to balance things now, and learned to spot the signals that I need to rest, break away from normality for a while, in order that I stay on track for 99% of the time.
No one can be on it 100% of the time, but we just need to learn when to switch off, and charge up!
I’ll sleep, watch films of programmes I never get a chance to, read, potter about my house, that is what I need to ground myself.
How do you unplug? 😘
Have a peaceful Sunday Peeps ❤ And enjoy your week!
But I Smile Anyway... 
Oct 30, 2018 @ 02:04:59
Read this two weeks ago, but needed to re-read it even more this week! IF I can just get through this week and enter the month of November…
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Oct 30, 2018 @ 06:52:56
Glad it helped you. You can do it!
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Oct 17, 2018 @ 00:35:02
Good reminder. (Also, why do we NEEEEED to be reminded?!? crazy!) I take a few breaks outside at work, but really, like you, I go and go and basically live for any time I can sleep in or read a book.
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Oct 17, 2018 @ 06:38:47
Sometimes we know but just dont realise the time we need to switch off and actually rest!
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Oct 18, 2018 @ 02:09:58
Shame on us. But oh, we’re so good at taking care of others…
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Oct 18, 2018 @ 06:43:18
I know…
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 20:38:25
Not easy to unplug at times. I try to clear my mind by going for a walk, meditate or simply talk to other people (about other stuff). But for about a year it is very difficult to unplug since I am constantly on the go from when I get up to 11 pm. Not funny, anymore.
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 20:40:26
Oh I know that feeling sis.
I think the whole burnout was what made me realise I had to stop!
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 20:58:42
Yes, often we need to break down in order to realize that it is simply too much and that we need to make room for ourselves and put ourselves first. We need to make our priorities and in some cases need to change something clearly! Our health is to precious!
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 21:16:08
It really is. 💜
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 21:20:21
💖 😘
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 18:56:32
I don’t know sis I can’t find the off switch on my brain 😱💜
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 19:12:40
It’s not easy, but sometimes you just need it!
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 19:25:45
I certainly know that 💜💜
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 17:25:45
I listened to music and I make time to clear my mind. Wonderful post Sister 💜
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 17:36:55
Music is good for the soul Brother 💜
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 17:39:31
So very true Sister 💜
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 15:47:43
This is true – it’s so important! For me, unplugging is about time at home, chilling out with a book, or taking a long bath. When the weather’s good, it’s also about taking a walk – but not with the weather we’re having today! Have a great week 🙂
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 15:50:22
You too Kirsty 😍
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 12:39:38
I love to take a couple of hours at night and read. Social media can be draining. It’s important to not ignore all the issues we are facing today, but it’s equally as important to step away when necessary for a couple of hours!
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 12:49:28
100%!! I’m having a lazy reading day. Currently munching on an egg on toast lunch and half way through a new book… Perfect?
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 12:54:10
Yes! Exactly perfect! I want to ready something new today, we will see how that goes ☺️
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 12:58:11
Enjoy unplugging!!!
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 13:24:23
I will, you too!
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 14:33:07
😍
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 12:14:18
Excellent advice! Just this morning, when I lost Internet connection and all the usual routines of unplugging, etc., failed to restore it, I said some angry, naughty words, and shut the dang laptop down. Once I cooled down, I turned it back on, and the Internet connection – you know, by “magic” – was back.
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 12:36:14
You just gotta unplug sometimes!!!
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 13:13:37
You got that right, Ritu. Failure to unplug clogs the arteries with rancor and bluster that can come out in unfortunate ways on unfortunate bvictims who don’t devserve to be abused!
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 13:17:03
True dat!!!
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 11:49:02
I unplug by taking my dog for a walk. Took me years to learn how to unplug. Getting a dog helped! Have a lovely Sunday too. xo
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 11:49:59
Sounds perfect!!!
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 09:22:52
I love to unplug! Reading is what I love to do to unwind! Or watch some mindless tv! 😄
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 09:23:14
Perfect unplugging!!! the
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 08:58:25
I have little to unplug from really, my problem is normally getting charged up enough to work in the first place! When I’m working right then it’s off to the coast path on the cliffs here in Cornwall, normally a good cobweb remover and perspective corrector.
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 09:01:37
That sounds wonderful too 😍
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 08:29:45
I bake, of course. A good reminder, Ritu
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 08:43:08
I know you do 💜
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 07:40:28
You can’t beat a good bit of pottering every now and then.
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 08:43:45
Pottering is good!
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 07:10:51
excellent post and well prepared…
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 08:44:06
Thanks Mihran 😊
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 05:28:26
Great post, Spidey! When I need to unplug, I grab my camera and go for a drive. Eventually I find some place to stop and just enjoy capturing the beauty around me. 😊
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Oct 14, 2018 @ 08:44:36
That’s a great way to unplug 😊
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