On Going Offline
This past weekend, I had the real privilege of going offline and spending time with my family in Michigan. It reminded me how often we’re connected that we don’t even notice our always-online status until it’s gone.
Without digital connection, there’s no opportunity to shoot off a quick quick email (which I did try to do) or open Instagram. But once I fully committed to going offline, a weight lifted. I felt more present, more connected to my people. The moments we shared felt deeply human and meaningful. The memories we made were so special. This is what life is all about.
A connection to the digital world can sometimes take a toll on connection in the real world. Let’s not lose sight of how magical the latter can be — and how important it really is.
Be well,
Annette Furio
Founder, Season Journals
Write It
Journal Prompts
If I spent a day offline, what would change? How would I feel?
What ways do I connect with people in real live versus online? What are some pros and cons of each?
When was the last time I spent an extended period of time without my phone? Reflect on what you did and how you felt during or afterward.
In what situations do I find myself being fully present? Fully in the moment?
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Affirmations
I disconnect to reconnect with myself and others.
I strive to be present, giving my full attention to what’s in front of me.
I am intentional about how I choose to connect, online and off.
Try It
Action Ideas
Try an Offline Evening
Evenings are when many of us want to wind down, reset, or mentally disconnect. And a lot of nights, we do this with streaming or scrolling.
Take one night this week to turn off your devices or put them in a different room after dinner, and challenge yourself to recharge in a different way. You could try reading, playing a game, having a long conversation with your partner, going for a walk, journaling about your day, reading a few extra stories to the little ones, or even going to bed an hour earlier.
Explore It
Resources & Links
Find ways to spend more time offline from this refreshing list of 100 ideas.
Explore unplugged resorts to add to your bucket list (alternatively: go into the woods!).
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