This week I decided to give up TV...I also started tracking my personal/free time with the clockify.me app. The thing that surprised me the MOST...was my overall mental health. I felt more relaxed, less rushed, way more prepared when unexpected things popped up. Now, let me be honest: I don't watch a lot of news to begin with. So, basically what I was giving up was Netflix shows, and TikTok. I really didn't expect it to impact me so much!
Some cool things I tracked:
I spent more than 4 hours this week working on projects for Puke Rainbows Creative that were OUTSIDE of client needs. (Online class development specifically) - This is something I have been putting off since my car wreck. So, that felt amazing! I also brainstormed 30 new enewsletter and blog post ideas. It’s been awhile since I’ve been consistent with putting out my newsletter, due to recovery from my TBI - but, I’m super stoked about some simple content and video tips that will help everyone with their marketing!
invested two hours this week into relaxing bubble baths to help ease Fibro symptoms. It was so awesome to be able to take my time 🙂
1 hour and 40 minutes this week was spent moving my body in different mini "fun movement" sessions via Joyn. I did: pilates, yoga, dance class, and even a "tai chil/brain training" course (which was my favorite!) I love that this platform is only a few bucks per month, and is size inclusive!
I also logged time cleaning/tidying up, and time for free potential client consulting calls. You can schedule a call here if you’re interested in how to use video for your business (no upsell, I just like to answer questions and help), or if you want more information about classes or video coaching.
And the BEST part? Chris and I had our first date night in MONTHS, and spent way more time talking/catching up on our days every night when he got home from work, instead of automatically saying, "So....what do we wanna watch?" - I'm also proud of HIM because he installed a punching bag, and started boxing - the man is gonna have some strong arms, wow! 🙂
Overall, I totally recommend doing this! Moving forward I'm not going to abstain completely - but, I am going to make an effort not to mindlessly let shows autoplay one after the next, for sure! And I'll limit my tiktok/insta reels time, as well. Have you ever gone on a TV, streaming, or social media fast? I’d love to hear about how it impacted YOUR life!
Erica Hanna is a 6 time Emmy-Award-Winning Producer/Director based in Minneapolis, Minnesota. She is a public speaker, Producer/Director, and video coach.