Maybe it's the beautiful summer weather, those warm evenings that just seem to be made to linger into a stargazing session at dark, or I think it is also that the TV is off more than on during this time of year in my house and I cherish that--whatever it is, my mind has been consumed recently with unwinding. I honestly don't think anyone realizes the inner peace and quiet they can experience when they unplug from the TV, computer, and all of their other gadgets. I'm one of those uncool moms who don't allow video games in my house and limit TV time for my kids. I'm sure my kids think I do this just to torture them-for the thrill of it, but no.... I do it because I see the multiple positive results of them being AWAY from the TV. I see it in myself too, that by just simply taking time to sit still outside and listen...to the birds, the breeze through the leaves, the sounds of kids laughing as they play with pure joy and delight...it feeds my soul and expands my mind.
I've also been listening to myself a little more lately. Just last night, after a full and stressful day at the office then a hard run at the gym I was so exhausted I could barely move by the time dinner was done. Instead of pushing and pushing I just allowed myself to listen to what my muscles were saying (which was REST you idiot!) and cuddled w/ the kids, sat outside and enjoyed the warm summer air, and gave my poor mind a much needed rest.
I don't want to get on top of my soapbox about how much I dislike TV and what it's doing to our kids and ourselves in America - but instead I really want to focus on treating yourself well by unplugging completely - and not having a plan or place to rush off to- just turn it all off and see what happens. Every time I do this I'm reminded about how great you can feel and the peace that can be experienced by shutting out the noise. ahhhhh Whoever reads this and tries to unplug for a full day or even one night at home, I hope you'll add a comment and let me know how it went.
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