So it's not technically a sabbatical because I'm not being paid... But I have decided to give someone else my Facebook password so that I have no access to it for a short period of time. As of now, I plan to reactivate it sometime around Spring break.
I've been thinking about this for a little while now. There are a couple of reasons... 1) I only check Facebook because it's there, not because it particularly interests me. Don't get me wrong; I love hearing from people and catching up with old friends, but there are other ways for people to contact me (such as this blog, e-mail, phone, etc). 2) I've allowed Facebook to be something that makes me feel better or worse about myself based on how I compare to others. It's a direct link to the activities, fashion, emotions of others and if I don't think I'm measuring up, I sometimes become insecure or I seek ways to change myself. On the other hand, it sometimes makes me feel better about myself because I begin to think that parts of my life are better than someone else's. These feelings and the way I've let it control me are wrong and unhealthy. 3) Finals are coming up. One less distraction in my life will be greatly beneficial.
Will I miss it? Maybe. Will I want to change my mind in January? Maybe. But I feel like this is a good choice and I intend to stick it out regardless of the outcome. Hopefully I will learn something about myself or about how I live my life. I plan to continue my blog, so you can keep up with me here or feel free to text/call/email me!
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