Why Unplug?

From a conversation I had a couple days ago…

“So I noticed recently you haven’t been blogging. Aren’t you afraid your traffic will slow down? What about your readers, don’t they need to hear from you? How do you stay connected with them? Just curious. I thought a big blog rule was to post every day and keep people coming back.”

I laughed out loud as they asked this. I know that sounds pretty rude, but it just made me laugh and I’m not one to hide my emotions. I informed them I don’t blog entirely for readers, I blog because I need a release and love to write. I also blog to allow the people who come to Forefront a glimpse into my life, to get to know me better. If people read, super. If they don’t, that’s cool too. I love the interaction of social networking, but I had to stop worrying about that awhile back.

If my worth comes from readership, blog stats, people affirming my thoughts/opinions, and feeling a burden to constantly stay connected to a digital world- I’m screwed. Luckily, I find my worth in what matters. Or better yet, who matters.

Unplugging allows me…
to focus on the important things.
to lead my family.
to invest in my wife & daughter.
to pour into my relationship with God.
to give direction and encouragement to our staff.
to act a fool just because I need a release (just actin’ goofy with no reservations).
to sit and contemplate the future.
to listen to the voice of God.
to allow God to cleanse my spirit.

It felt good to unplug for the last couple of weeks, but now I’m back and ready to roll again.
If it doesn’t feel good to unplug or you just cannot bring yourself to do it… you’re addicted and need to tell someone. RIGHT NOW.

Jason *over and out*