Listen "Why Men Don't Unplug"
Episode Synopsis
Get your free Personal Reboot Guide at www.theconfidentman.meCheck out more resources to help you as a man at David Maxwell CoachingUnplugging from the hectic pace of life seems like a fantasy to many men today. They think things will slow down one day, but they often don't. The truth for us as men is If we want to win in the long term we have to learn to unplug. Unplugging isn't just sitting on our couch and doing nothing. Unplugging is dealing with the busyness of life in intentional ways so we don't burn out. Unplugging will keep us at the top of our game as men in every area of our life.Busyness ExcusesWe are busy!We often brag about our busyness to others like it is a badge of honorBusyness can also be a security blanket that brings comfort to usWe stay busy because it makes us feel important and gives us a sense of productivityMen want to feel productive and busyness helps to fit that needWe have to get honest about how busy we areMen who are intentional about their busyness and controlling it will be men who stay fresh for the long run Inward Journey RealitiesDowntime can mean reflectionInner dialogue can be challenging for menWe beat ourselves up for the "should have " moments in our lifeWe have to remember that reflection adds meaning to our lifeWe reflect on our purpose and if we are living itWe reflect on our schedule and if we are doing too muchWe reflect on our motivations and inner attitudesThe inward journey is something that adds depth and richness to our lives as menThe inward journey takes courageUnplugging TipsUnplugging doesn't happen by accidentThere are different ways to unplug based on our personality and the realities of our lifeWe can get ideas from other men, but we need to implement them in our life in a way that worksRest is unpluggingPhysical activity is a way to unplug VacationsSolo deep thinking retreatsOur long-term success as men is dependent on our ability to unplug
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