I LOVE summer. I never want it to end. My desperation to hang on leads me to feeling woeful in August and eventually downright depressed by September. This year I chose to spend August dodging waves of sadness by thoughtfully spending my time, making the most of these last days of summer.
- Tidying up my digital space. I've implemented email rules and scrolling guidelines. I'm also leveraging tools like the Saved option on Instagram to bookmark posts for reading or reposting later.
Committing to sleep. Most smart phones now have bedtime mode features that dim the screen and track your sleep.
Consider the time. Know when to read so you have the bandwidth to think and feel. Right before bed may not be that moment.
Not trying to get through an article in one sitting. Bookmark to read and digest news gradually.
Balance bad news with the good news. Because good things ARE happening in the world.