How do you know when it’s time to unplug? What do you do to make it happen?
There is so many phrases that can be vague in our linguistics. Unplug from what? Unplug from work, parenting, social media, dreams, thinking or life?
Life has become so repetitive, complicated and toxic you have to unplug from a multiuser power strip which is still plugged in.
There is no unplug from one situation and all is well. Someone could sit down with their favorite bag of chips, slowly sinking into an effortless state of mind, watching their favorite’s show and they bite their tongue or side of their mouth. No unplugging from that.
At one time, work would be left at the workplace. One could clock out (unplug) and cruise home listening to their favorite music, mind on autopilot heading to their safe space. Now, Post Covid, for some people the workplace is at home. It has all become one in the same.
If there are children in the house, there isn’t any unplugging from work, because with children the work continues. Even when one thinks they’re about to pull the cord, the minutiae continues until they eventually pass out from exhaustion.
Even in sleep we are plugged into the subconscious. The dream state of the mind enters into another consciousness or environment, experiencing vivid stories with a narrative structure, experiencing a life where human flight is possible and dying is a reawakening.
Most don’t ever unplug as the heart continues beating it’s nonstop rhythm for decades and for some others a millennium.
So the question for the person or AI generating the question, unplug from what?
Practice religion? Can you practice faith? You either have faith in the ambiguous or you don’t. You can study faith, learn and then either believe or not. You can be devoted to religion and it’s repetitive rituals and stories but to practice a religious ideology doesn’t make sense.
To practice is working in reiteration to get better at a technique and to study is basically any effort to learn more about something whether it be religion or anything other rituals and then you can incorporate that into your daily life.
Religion is a doctrine of holy writings of a time, passing down traditions throughout generations containing a perspective on how one should behave in a society.
Maybe the question should read, do you participate in Religious Practice?
What does “having it all” mean to you? Is it attainable?
Having it all is good health over all. Everything else is secondary. Don’t be deluded by external circumstances.
Steve Jobs was one of the richest people in the world. A business tycoon, inventor, and investor. He was the co-founder, and face of Apple. He was diagnosed with cancer at the young age of 48. He was a billionaire and could purchase anything he desired. Except good health which equals more time. The last eight years of his life was spent in pain fighting the disease.
Good health is attainable. Focus on eating healthy and exercising. Step away from the gadgets Steve Jobs created. Gadgets he kept away from his children but sold to everyone else. Use them sparingly.
Take a daily walk, eat well and don’t forget to also exercise your brain.
Legacy equals Ego. To do something good for recognition is tasteless and egocentric. To live a full live with integrity and without ego is what is commendable and truly altruistic.
There is an old story about coming to a fork in the road and only one path can be chosen to continue the journey. We choose one path to be able to continue to walk on. Perchance it ends up being the right path or maybe it ends up being a tough road traveled.
Some use the word sacrifice interchangeably with victimhood to make themselves feel better. It’s not.
Knowledge is powerful and can help in choosing the correct path.
In order to be a good leader you must also be a good follower and listener. How do you learn to lead? From being a good follower. The question is a very generalized one and my answer to it will follow suit.
Many people will see themselves as a leader and that’s very far from the truth. Just look at the state of the world right now.
One’s personal freedom is a common belief that people should be allowed to live their lives as they see fit, as long as they do not harm others or infringe on their rights. This is the basis of many of our democratic societies and it’s many legal systems.
However, the issue arises when a person’s expectation that their personal agenda or beliefs should be imposed on others and would be good for them. This can lead to conflicts and violations of individual freedoms.
It is important to recognize that everyone has the right to their own beliefs and opinions, and neither is always right or always wrong and they should not be used to justify actions that harm others or restrict their personal freedoms.
It should not be brought it into the arena. This is where division of people is created.
An individual’s freedom is important, but it should be balanced with respect for the freedom of others and the recognition that personal beliefs should not be used to justify harmful actions or restrictions on others.
Time is an incredibly valuable resource because it is finite and cannot be replenished. Receiving time doesn’t require anything and we squander it away heedlessly. We all have a limited amount of time in our lives journey on earth and once it’s gone, we can never get it back.
Time is valuable because it is the currency with which we make our lives. We use it to grow intellectually, pursue our goals, to build relationships, to learn, to create, to work, to sleep, to dream and to play. Time is a choice.
Every moment we spend doing one thing is a moment we can’t spend doing something else. Use it prudently because time is non refundable.
Time is also valuable because it is the great equalizer. No matter who a person is, where someone comes from, or how much money they may have, we all have the same amount of time in a day, a week, or a year. In reality, you can’t purchase more time.
Time is valuable because it is a non-renewable resource. Once it’s gone, we can’t get it back. This makes it essential to use our time wisely and to prioritize the things that matter most to us. Time is a precious commodity.
Time is an incredibly valuable resource, and it’s up to each of us to use it with good judgment and to make the most of the time we have.
With all the cosmic chaotic distractions and self made diversions pulling focus, one may find it hard to remember who they are and what are they doing.
Technology, created to make life easy instead keeps jerking at us and tossing our mind into that strange and crazy ever changing dimension of absurdity. What is good or popular one day fades away into something else to learn and digest of which most is pointless and trivial.
How many know all about the latest pop culture, religion and political strife but nothing about themselves?
Instead of being preoccupied with the outside world, maybe take some of that wastefulness of time to introduce yourself to yourself employing introspection and self-reflection and become self-aware.
Self-reflection can be a complex and multi-faceted process that involves exploring one’s thoughts, emotions, and behaviors in order to gain a deeper understanding of oneself. It can involve examining one’s beliefs, values, goals, and motivations, as well as one’s relationships with others and the broader world.
Self-reflection can occur on different levels of depth, depending on the individual and the context. At its most basic level, self-reflection may involve simply recognizing and acknowledging one’s thoughts and feelings. At a deeper level, it may involve questioning one’s assumptions and beliefs, examining one’s past experiences, and considering how they have shaped one’s identity and worldview.
Ultimately, the depth of self-reflection depends on the individual’s willingness to engage in the process and their ability to be open and honest with themselves. It can be a challenging and uncomfortable process, as it may involve confronting difficult emotions or aspects of oneself that one would rather avoid. However, it can also be a valuable tool for personal growth and development, and can lead to greater self-awareness and understanding.
Self-awareness is considered a key component of emotional intelligence, which is the ability to perceive, understand, and manage one’s own emotions and those of others. It is also a critical skill for leadership, as effective leaders must be able to understand and manage their own emotions, before trying to understand others.
It involves introspection, reflection, and self-examination to gain a deeper understanding of oneself.
Self-awareness can be developed through various practices, such as mindfulness meditation, journaling, therapy, and feedback from others. By becoming more self-aware, individuals can gain a better understanding of their strengths, weaknesses, values, and goals, which can lead to improved decision-making, better relationships, and greater personal and professional success.
Stop looking out so much and take a journey inward and explore. You will surprise yourself.
Focus refers to the ability to concentrate on a particular task or activity for an extended period of time without getting distracted. It is an essential skill that is required in almost every aspect of life, including work, school, and personal activities. When we are focused, we can complete tasks efficiently and effectively, achieve our goals, and make better decisions.
Focus can be influenced by various factors, such as external distractions, internal distractions, fatigue, and stress. Therefore, it’s important to learn how to manage these factors to improve focus. There are many techniques and strategies that can be used to improve focus, such as goal-setting, creating a distraction-free environment, taking breaks, practicing mindfulness, exercising, getting enough sleep, avoiding multitasking, and staying hydrated.
One of the main reasons that people procrastinate and fail to take action on their goals is that they feel they must be perfect. There’s no such thing. Self criticism is good in the journey to achieving your goals but you cannot use it as a road block.
Point of concentration – Focus
By improving focus, individuals can increase their productivity, enhance their learning, and improve their overall quality of life.
Improving your focus can be a challenge, especially in today’s world where we are constantly bombarded with distractions. And as technology changes the distractions are becoming more as we also have to put time aside to connect with the world through technology.
Having a clear idea of what you want to achieve can help you stay focused. Write down your goals and prioritize them. This will help you stay on track and avoid distractions. Realize sometimes a change in a different direction or perspective that you haven’t anticipated is key in achieving your goal. Fighting against it can cause you to lose focus.
Find a quiet and comfortable space to work. Eliminate as many distractions as possible, such as turning off your phone, TV or closing unnecessary tabs on your computer. Get chores like walking the dog, paying bills or running errands out of the way before you start to focus because when the juice starts flowing you won’t need to stop.
Taking regular breaks can help you stay focused for longer periods of time. After 25-30 minutes get up and walk away and change direction for 5-10 minutes. These little breaks throughout the project can restimulate you through the day.
Mindfulness meditation can help you improve your focus and concentration. Take a few minutes each day to sit quietly and focus on your breath.
Regular exercise can help improve your focus and concentration. Exercise releases endorphins, which can help reduce stress and increase focus. Exercise doesn’t necessarily mean, join a gym or purchase exercise equipment. A long walk, sit-ups, pushups or housework will also do the trick.
Lack of sleep can affect your focus and concentration. Even though there are times that we are putting in the extra hours focusing on our goals and losing sleep in order to do it. You need to in make sure you are getting enough sleep each night. Don’t use pharmaceuticals to fall asleep and wake up. It will destroy you in the end.
Multitasking has become a popular term in our society in the past thirty plus years, however it can actually decrease productivity and make it harder to focus. Instead, focus on one task at a time and give it your full attention.
Dehydration can affect your ability to focus. Make sure you are drinking enough water throughout the day. In the same vein, you must make sure you are eating and eating healthy. Bad food can cloud one’s mind and create brain fog.
By implementing these changes in your behavior, you can improve your ability to focus and be more productive.
Chu The Cud 