This week, I’m taking a course taught by my soul brother Mastin Kipp, founder of The Daily Love. The course is called “Love Uni-versity: Discover Your Soul’s Goals for 2013! with Mastin Kipp.” It’s five-day live course (90-minutes per day) and, after day one, I’ve already learned a shit ton about getting shit done.
I know my soul’s goals for 2013: Get to work! Over the past few months, I have been flooded with miracles in the form of lessons: books, blogs, pod casts, YouTube videos this live course from Mastin - I am studying the shit out of spirituality. I’m being a humble student so I can prepare myself for becoming a truly radical spiritual teacher. As I study these lessons (many of which are life experiences), my creativity is being heightened. I have two particular long-term projects that I know are going to be so successful – but I’ve yet to start them.
Why?
I am distracted
From what?
Social media.
Mastin is currently writing his first book and he’s decided to rid himself of email, Internet, and social media while he is writing because it is a distraction and disturbs his flow state. This was really powerful for me. As soon as he said that he was giving that stuff up, my heart dropped. “WTF?” I thought. “I couldn’t do that.”
Then, I realized that statement was a lie – and a clear sign that I am, in many ways, addicted to social media. I definitely allow it to disturb my flow state. This hinders my ability to create, which, in turn, hinders my ability to serve others and myself. Not okay.
Mastin said something really powerful yesterday in class. He said, “We are either growing or dying.” In each moment, we’re either choosing to grow (pursuing a passion, interacting with others, doing something outside of our comfort zones) or choosing to die (i.e. fluffing around on social media, giving into fearful thoughts). I realized that I spend a lot of time growing on social media (i.e. connecting with others) but more time dying (i.e. fluffing around).
So, I’m ready to grow. I’m ready to get focused and un-distract myself. Now, I’m not giving up social media; it’s part of my job and I am in love with connecting with others through this kick-butt cyber world! It is a total gift. I am making a commitment to streamline it, though. Here’s the breakdown: I am awake for roughly 16 hours per day. Each hour, I’ll be kind and say I check some form of social media three times. 16 x 3 = 48 times per day. Assuming I spend two minutes checking that specific social media outlet (again, being kind), that’s 48 minutes of my day that I’m dedicating 96 minutes to social media every day. That’s 1 hour, 30 minutes!
I am ready to clear space for more good stuff to come in. This is going to be hard but that’s all the more reason I need to do it. When something seems difficult, we know it’s the right choice. My plan is to check Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook four times per day: after my AM meditation, after lunch, sometime late afternoon, and after dinner.
I started today and I already feel more mentally cleansed. HOLLA!
Stay lovely,
Heather
Are you distracted from social media? Could you benefit from a streamline or do you have it under control? I wanna know! xo
Very interesting post and I never though of it that way… I am not sure that I am distracted; I think I have it under control
Awesome! I’m a huge fan of the Daily Love & read with interest about his class. Can’t wait to hear more about what you think about it & also what big projects you’ve got in the works!
I’m distracted too. I know for a fact that I spend significantly more time than that on social media each day. Like, way more. I think coming up with a plan is a much better decision. It’s definitely something I should think about trying…
Girl, you’re not alone! That’s why I felt the need to announce it to everyone. Haha! xo
I probably am too distracted by social media. However it has brought me so much connection, support and joy. As long as it’s not distracting me from living in the moment – on the contrary, it encourages me to do so with messages I get from blends and other inspirational sources – I am okay with how much I use it!
Hahaha I love you, BB!
I hear this! And it’s totally been affecting me lately. I think you and I both have a lot in common, as we’re both creative souls with SO much to offer but also when our minds wander we get easily distracted. I want to do SO SO SO MUCH (seriously you should see my to-do list and vision board) but know I need to focus on one thing at a time and take it day by day.
Social media/texting/blogging/internet is a HUGE distraction which as a freelance writer, health coach (a lot of my clients are over the phone and internet) & blogger can be an issue. I wrote a post yesterday about the importance of unplugging, which I am working on as a PRIORITY for 2013. I want to be more present in my work, in my relationship, in my home life. When I am present, I am clear and un-cluttered.
I could go on and on for hours about this kinda stuff!! PS what’s your horoscope sign? Are you a cancer too like me? It describes me in a nutshell – creative, soulful, romantic & often wanders/gets distracted by new ideas and thoughts
Yes! I am a cancer, so I know exactly what you’re saying. New thoughts and ideas are constantly coming and it’s amazing but also a bit overwhelming sometimes! Haha. We’re blessed to have these ideas, though. We’re creators!
Too funny, I had a feeling you were! It’s a weakness and a strength of mine. Pro – I come up with a new idea every day and want to act on it NOW; Con – I can’t do everything at once and need to BREATHE and prioritize one thing at a time
Hi Heather. Thank you for this post. I’ve been giving myself excuses all these while to be distracted. You inspire me to no ends
cheers from Singapore <3
You go girl! Way to recognize that. Love you, sister.
Great post as usual!! I have to be honest – I’m addicted to social media, too. It’s pretty bad! lol