DANIELLA BIANCHI
March 1st, 2022
We live in a world controlled by quick fixes. We are so accustomed to instant gratification and immediate short-lived pleasures that create a mediocre experience. In the world of easy streaming on Netflix, the craze for fast food, 30-second waits for coffee, a click and we can purchase something from Japan, the “amazing slimming pill” and the likes, we are bombarded constantly, and it contributes to a growing desensitization. Here’s
As society has shifted to cater to our “urgent” needs, so has the importance we place on our activities. We are so busy, so we have less time to appreciate and plan. It seems that we are living our lives on autopilot, sometimes in what we consume – food, drink, tv – because we have subconsciously shelved them, labelling them as the “usual”. That is why we should shake it up sometimes by changing our habits, and who doesn’t like a bit of extra pizzazz anyway?
Remember the last time you were eating a pizza? That first slice would have been amazing. But then, by the 8th slice, the joy would have worn off, and at that point, you probably didn’t even realise what the pizza sauce tasted like. If you hadn’t been eating too much of the pizza, it probably would have remained amazing for you. Less is more because more builds numbness. This idea of not over-indulging is what I am advocating for.
As many know, I am a thot for a thick shake. I even have a bucket list category for thick shake places to try (how could we ever undervalue bucket lists). I was having a thick shake regularly, and every time I felt a little bit less impressed. I realized that it was my fault that they were becoming less and less exciting because I was never denying myself them, but it was becoming the norm. So, I vowed that February would be my thick shake-less month and good golly, my thick shake desire has jumped again dramatically.
I know giving up thick shakes for a bit (which really shouldn’t be a regular activity) doesn’t seem like it would change things much, but the process would surprise you. By taking your thinking away from seeing something as a usual occurrence to reinstating its top tier level through boundaries, you can change your views. You can apply the process to many things that you notice you are not enjoying as much or taking for granted. The build-up of anticipation and self-discipline you develop are added bonuses too.
The concept of fasting is very traditional in many cultures and religions. The idea of going without for a bit is proven to have good mental health benefits. I used to always give up ice-cream in Lent as a little Catholic girl and oh boy did I really enjoy my first big bowl after 40 days without. So, the idea of giving up something for a bit is not a completely foreign concept and does have a stand hold.
Here is a challenge for you: think of something that you do regularly and give it up for a month. If you can’t do a month, try a week, and edge your way in. See how your feelings change afterwards and let me know how you go.
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on the power of giving it up for a bit.As society has shifted to cater to our “urgent” needs, so has the importance we place on our activities. We are so busy, so we have less time to appreciate and plan. It seems that we are living our lives on autopilot, sometimes in what we consume – food, drink, tv – because we have subconsciously shelved them, labelling them as the “usual”. That is why we should shake it up sometimes by changing our habits, and who doesn’t like a bit of extra pizzazz anyway?
Remember the last time you were eating a pizza? That first slice would have been amazing. But then, by the 8th slice, the joy would have worn off, and at that point, you probably didn’t even realise what the pizza sauce tasted like. If you hadn’t been eating too much of the pizza, it probably would have remained amazing for you. Less is more because more builds numbness. This idea of not over-indulging is what I am advocating for.
As many know, I am a thot for a thick shake. I even have a bucket list category for thick shake places to try (how could we ever undervalue bucket lists). I was having a thick shake regularly, and every time I felt a little bit less impressed. I realized that it was my fault that they were becoming less and less exciting because I was never denying myself them, but it was becoming the norm. So, I vowed that February would be my thick shake-less month and good golly, my thick shake desire has jumped again dramatically.
I know giving up thick shakes for a bit (which really shouldn’t be a regular activity) doesn’t seem like it would change things much, but the process would surprise you. By taking your thinking away from seeing something as a usual occurrence to reinstating its top tier level through boundaries, you can change your views. You can apply the process to many things that you notice you are not enjoying as much or taking for granted. The build-up of anticipation and self-discipline you develop are added bonuses too.
The concept of fasting is very traditional in many cultures and religions. The idea of going without for a bit is proven to have good mental health benefits. I used to always give up ice-cream in Lent as a little Catholic girl and oh boy did I really enjoy my first big bowl after 40 days without. So, the idea of giving up something for a bit is not a completely foreign concept and does have a stand hold.
Here is a challenge for you: think of something that you do regularly and give it up for a month. If you can’t do a month, try a week, and edge your way in. See how your feelings change afterwards and let me know how you go.