Last week, I took a break from blogging. Ten weeks ago, blogging was a new concept for me and my course requires at least 3 blogs per week to earn an A in the class. And who doesn't strive the A. I was grateful the instructor allowed for a break. It was needed. Prior to the break, I was struggling to find topics to write about. I had every intention to spend the week not writing to think about topics for the coming weeks. My brain had other plans, like resting.
Social media can be exhausting! It is important for us to take breaks before the burn out is too much and you just quit. I read a couple of my classmates blogs before writing this post. A few were missing the blog posts of fellow classmates and mentioning the drive not to quit. To a point, I totally agree. However, at what point do you need step back and rest so your performance will improve?
I am glad I took a break because now I am refreshed and ready to finish the semester strong.
Social media, here I come...again. ;-)
I agree! The blogging break was nice but I did miss the interaction with other classmates. I'm feeling refreshed and finding it much easier to blog this week after giving my brain a break.
ReplyDeleteI think that you hit on an important lesson. We do need to step away from virtual interactions because they can be draining. I have enjoyed using the blogging to help me process through what we are reading and studying in class. I am able to better understand it when I have transform it into something for others to read. I am glad that you are refreshed.
ReplyDeleteBlessings to you
I needed the break also. It reminded me how important it is to gauge what is going on with your learners. When you become overwhelmed, taking a break can actually make you more productive and create a better learning environment.
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