Hope Writes

Push Back The Chair & Walk Away From The Computer

*Edited and reposted from the Warrior Forum

Anyone who knows me knows that I *rarely* take breaks. I hate it. Breaks make me feel unproductive and lazy. But this break was of necessity. I knew I needed it, and as bad as I hated to walk away, I did. Yesterday I left the house altogether and stayed out all day with my little sister (Christmas shopping). I don’t like crowds and don’t really like shopping either, but I had the best day.

This evening I’m sitting here alone in the quiet (something VERY rare at my house!) and reflecting on the last couple of days. As much as I hate breaks, I realize that everybody NEEDS one every now and then. There’s no way to keep the candle burning at both ends forever. So I thought I’d share some reasons why you should push your chair away from the computer and walk away for a little while, too…

Your mind needs time to recharge. Despite what you think, you can run out of ideas and energy if you don’t take frequent breaks. Even people who work jobs in the “real” world are required to take a 10-15 minute break every couple of hours, plus a lunch break. Those of us who work at home should require the same of ourselves.

Taking a break, whether it’s a short 30-minute break three times daily, or a 2-day break away from the computer and work, can make a huge difference in your mental power. Giving your brain this “down” time actually helps to recharge your batteries.

Ideas abound in places other than the Internet. There have been many times when I felt so dry and low on ideas. But when I take a step back, get out, mingle among real-live people, ideas abound everywhere. Some of the best places to get great (and sometimes weird and funny!) ideas are: gas stations, small hometown cafes, Wal-Mart (God forbid!), magazine racks, grocery store, coffee shops…

More time with your family. I will be the first to admit that I don’t spend nearly enough time with my children. Even though I’m at home and I homeschool some days it feels like there just isn’t enough hours in the day to do what needs to be done. Stepping back from your work for a bit can truly open your eyes to what you’re missing out on, as well as help you to appreciate what you have even more.

I know that our business IS the Internet. But I just wanted to post a little reminder that our lives shouldn’t revolve around it.
Go take a break…

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