
Things like, spending 2hrs on Facebook for no reason. Or watch crappy TV (I classify almost all tv in this category) instead of read a book or do a small simple chore or pursue a hobby or learn a new skill.
And I'm also naturally/I just am a very busy person. I'm working in ministry, studying at theological college, preparing for married life, trying to maintain a social life, trying to pick up a hobby, trying to keep fit and healthy, trying to save money, trying to learn to cook better. I also don't naturally rest or relax well, because I play on Facebook or watch crappy TV. That makes me feel even more busy because I never feel relaxed!
So I've done something radical. On Monday I moved house (that's not the radical bit) and I have not set up my TV and I do not have the internet. I'm not banned from the internet or TV I have just removed them from my home life for now. At least until the first 3 months of my married life are over.
Like Cory (who was/is fasting from TV) I hope to find many many benefits from this lack of technology.
So I pray that God would use this time of technology fasting to be a great time of learning good habits and becoming more like Jesus.
Go Mr Bowditch GO!
ReplyDeleteYeah, the first few days after moving into a house before phone/internet/tv are 'on' can be so peaceful. Why is it that I always feel in such a rush to get them set up?
ReplyDeleteGood plan!
ReplyDeleteWe had an internet free weekend a few months ago and it felt really good. We actually talked! Should really do it again sometime...