I believe that I have to practice what I teach.
Every once in a while, I will try something new and think- oh, that’s such a great idea! It will be fun and will help my business. So, I started a FACEBOOK account. Well, if you read this blog a lot, I am sure you know where this is going. Fun for others can turn into a bit of an obsession for me. It’s not that I was obsessed with Facebook- it’s that my brain found it stressful. I am sure you know what I mean. It was an experiment that I am glad I tried. It IS good for business to get myself out there so that I can connect with readers. and it IS a good idea to keep up to date with my writing friends and their projects.
In theory.
I want to stay well- especially when it comes to internet use. Treat bipolar first is my motto and has been for over 10 years. Thus, I am closing my Facebook account! My dear friend Sherri- who has bipolar one- had to do the same thing. I need to use my energy for work, instead of spending time on the internet.
Have you had similar experiences? I would love to hear them!
julie
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Hi Julie
I have had a similar experience with ebay. Unfortunately it resulted in me buying a lot of stuff that i didnt need. Once i finally realised what was happening i managed to get a grip of it and turned it around to selling stuff instead of buying it. I sold everything i could and now i have run out of stuff to sell, i am now selling stuff for friends.
Facebook can be a real problem for me. A few months ago I took a break from it. When I came back I found myself less compulsive about checking it. If it becomes a problem again I will definitely take another break.
I also get OCD about reading blogs. I used to follow more than 50. I’ve gotten it down to less than 25 on my Google Reader. Most are people I know or others who have Bipolar.
I agree. It’s like crack!
Hi Jen,
thank you for a great morning laugh!
julie
this post was a while back but i will comment anyway..i was on facebook checking how you were doing and saw that you were staying away. I have been close to deactivating as well..during ill times, facebook is too overwhelming and becomes something i check over and over..something to be paying attention to and taking action..overall, I do ok but am aware that it could become one more thing to re-evaluate – like everything else