Brendan & Lori O'Gara

I have seen several posts on social media that say things like “What would happen if you dissappeared and worked on yourself for a year?” I posted a version of that to see what response I would get. I was disappointted. Few people responded.

A year is a long time. Humans have a natural aversion to commitment. I have considered doing the 75 Hard. I am not sure I can hold out for the physical requirement. I am still considering it, though. I want to prove to myself that I can be a better version of myself.

I have been known to take social media fasts. This time, I have decided to take a 30-day no-electronics fast for August. I have to make an exception for work and writing. I have purchased a Blok for blocking apps on my phone. I have not used it much. I will post a review for it after the end of the month. I will have to allow texts. I am a a wife, mom, daughter, and a library director so that is a given.

Should I share my self-imposed rules? Should I even mention my plan to you? Is the point of disappearing, just disappearing?

I think sharing will place a sense of accountability in my brain. So here is my plan.

1. No social media.
2. No PC at home. Exception, writing. Notifications turned off.
3. No phone except for texts and calls.
4. No online or app shopping.
5. Only 1 hour of TV a day. Exception, if it is a movie with the family.

Can I do it? We shall see,

Love & Light, Lori