Do you ever evaluate how you spend your time? I'm talking about an honest discussion with yourself. Recently I had some problems with my Internet connection at home. It took nearly two weeks for my Internet provider to correct the issue. I didn't really think about it at the time but now in hindsight I realize how much I accomplished at home without that distraction.
I was in a rush to get to work today (pretty much the norm for me) and I forgot my cell phone. Like many of us today I have Internet access on my phone, plus a lot of games and etc. I found that I was more productive today without all the time spent checking my phone for incoming texts, email, and Facebook. (LOL) Have you ever done that before? I found it to be a life lesson. I also tend to spend countless wasted hours watching television.
I have to ask myself, what could I be doing with all that wasted time? First and foremost I could be spending time in prayer and meditation, further developing my relationship with the Lord. I could also be advancing the business I started last year which has been in limbo for the most part. I could also spend more quality time with family and friends, especially those that really could use some of my attention. You get the picture, the list of more important past times could be endless.
I am seriously considering simplifying my life. Now I can't promise that I will get rid of my cell phone, of course not. BUT, do I really need Internet access on my phone, or even at home? I have Internet access at both of my jobs. Do I really need to be watching two plus hours a night watching mindless television? I could certainly go without cable. It would be tough because my favorite channels are HGTV, Food Network and the Tennis Channel. I could do it.
Perhaps there are areas in your life that you can simplify as well. Let's think about that together. Please share your thoughts.
J
