Restrict the information flow

I have a pretty decent measurement of when I get too stressed - my hands blossom with rashes. Since this is not only ugly, it is painful, and the only way I've found to actively 'cure' it (I have been to both a Swedish and a Chinese doctor and tried many creams) is not to stress. Very easy for an enthusiastic little bouncy-ball like me. Not.

But one way that I definitely think is worth trying, is restricting my information input. Because the more information I get, especially if I don't get it when I can deal with it, stress me out. in this modern world, we get information ALL the time from all directions, and if I cant organise it, I get a red light blinking Overload. Not good.

So what can I do? Because I want to know things too. The most important thing to do for me was to get an extra email address, and this is where all my newsletters and really interesting things go. I can open it whenever I want, but I don't have to see it all the time. So now, my inbox is limited to mails concerning school, work and friends. Mainly. I know that whatever comes in is directed to me and it is important. If not, I can delete it immediately and unsubscribe from that source.

Another thing which I have to improve is not maintain my inbox open at all times. It's OK to not check my mail all the time. I don't have to be available. And the same goes for Facebook - it turns into a very addictive rape of my time and it is stressing to constantly remain updated about everyone, all the time. I am never alone anymore! The mere thought of it freks me out, and still I choose to live that way.

I was given an Iphone a while ago, which is very useful in many ways. Actually, I like it. But I don't like the idea of always staying connected and always be available. So far I haven't pursued an internet-all-the-time service, meaning I only use it online when I'm somewhere there's wifi. Yes it would be useful to eg. be able to check time tables and maps all the time, but it is an extra cost and I managed without it for 21 years, so I think I'll stay out of it for a little while more.

I was happy when I lived in the mountains of Colombia without electricity. No phone, no internet, no news other than what people who came there told me, which was not much. It allowed me to get to know myself more, to connect spiritually to my inner being and the environment. I miss it, even though I like my current situation too. I just have to learn how to compromise these worlds.

Now, I'm going to log out. I'm going to be alone. Sweet.