Restless

Lately I have struggled to find the time to write. Not because I haven’t had the time to write but, because I haven’t had the mind to write.

I’ve been caught up in everyday life. I find I get restless and my restless mind isn’t very good at thinking creatively.

Modern technology has made our lives easier yet more crowded, more productive yet more cluttered. There’s always a stimulant to be had. The endless scrolling, the headlines, the fear.

It’s important to be conscious of our information diet. Distinguishing between the signal and the noise. When information is cheap, attention becomes expensive. Social media is free because we’re the product that companies are selling. I’m not saying that this is a good or bad thing I’m just saying that it is a thing.

I love to leave my schedule open on days off or go for a long walk or run. Scheduling idleness in my life gives me the time I need to think.

“Solitude is dangerous. It’s very addictive. It becomes a habit after you realise how peaceful and calm it is. It’s like you don’t want to deal with people anymore because they drain your energy.”

Jim Carrey

I think Jim Carrey sums up what I’m talking about. I enjoy solitude, the silence, being by myself and left to my own thoughts and ideas. I think he’s right in that it’s calming and peaceful.

I’ve had so many ideas come to me while being in this state. The more I avoid my phone and social media the clearer my thoughts become.

I have noticed that I read a lot more and have more time to put towards my physical and mental health. I still have a long way to go to find the right balance needed to channel my creativity. But, we are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.

Think more and do less.

It’s good to be back.

J.H.Repetto