Detox complete!

My one week internet fast is now complete and in a way, its a bit sad.  It was a like a brain vacation and I'm not quite ready to go home.

Other than accomplishing some actual, physical tasks, the week taught me I was correct about something that I already suspected. I had developed information indigestion. The internet is like a huge information buffet and what I really need is a small plate and portion control.

These pieces are developing into long and short necklaces - they are super lightweight! 

The first day disconnected I noticed that I was actually calmer - I physically felt better. Even leaving everything else the same... homeschool, housework, studio time…not ingesting so much information everyday really cleared my head. I functioned better because I had focus and patience for every situation that arose.

But the internet isn't bad in and of itself and its a necessary part of my work. So I've decided to schedule my time online rather than let it be so free form, giving it a specific and defined time frame and spending it wisely like calories or money. And I'll definitely take internet vacations every now and then. Obviously you are reading my blog on the internet so it sounds strange to say here but I really recommend giving it a go yourself - even if for just a weekend. If you do, I'd love to hear what you take from the experience!