The Lenten Season has begun for me, and yesterday my priest talked about fasting. He explained how most Catholics believe that fasting is eliminating food, but he also said that fasting could be eliminating other things from our lives. He challenged us to think about those things that need to be eliminated.
After I got home from mass, I began to think about this idea of fasting other than food. As much as I have tried to decrease my social media time, I am still quick to grab my phone, click on the icon, and endlessly scroll time away. I thought maybe if I tie into Lent, I may be a little more successful.
Yesterday, I totally eliminated it from my day. Instead, I read more and spent a little quiet time outside enjoying the beautiful spring day.
I might just be able to do this!
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Newtreemom
ReplyDeleteBlessings!
I like this idea for Lent. Much more meaningful than giving up chocolate. arjeha
ReplyDeleteLeigh Anne, that is a perfect thing to fast! It sounds like your replacements were so much better. You inspired me. I will try it tomorrow!It certainly takes away from my reading time.
ReplyDeleteGreat job -it’s such a hard habit to break! (-Ona)
ReplyDeleteIt truly is nice to disconnect from the world and enjoy the peace around you. I find my self walking more and more without a phone or music...just me enjoying the world around me and my thoughts.
ReplyDeleteI like your plan to decrease your time on social media by challenging yourself during Lent. It would certainly free up time for better pursuits.
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