How do You Decompress Without Food, TV or Social Media?

breefoshee

I've noticed a pattern of using food to decompress. As I've tried to break this habit, I notice that I am spending more time in front of the television and scrolling social media to get my brain quiet-- but that's not really how I want to live my life.

How do you decompress without food, TV or Social Media? Mentally I am struggling.

Machka9

Exercise!!!
Hobbies like photography and website development.
Lying in bed and reading a novel for half an hour before sleep.

cmriverside

Definitely exercise and positive projects always on the burner. So many things to try!

How about volunteering?

nighthawk584

I play guitar and consistent exercise helps me relax.

breefoshee

Thanks! I really like these Ideas. I do play the guitar, but it's been a while since I've played. And I've been wanting to read more!

sweetbe44

Yoga and playing with my dog 🐕

FitGuyWillDoIt

Yoga and working out. Try restorative yoga.

springlering62

Spontaneous walks.nonstop cleaning even when not needed. Needlepoint and crochet. Get a dog. They always want attention.

debrakgoogins

Yoga, running, a nature walk, gym, a good book, or a hot bath. Or...any and all of the above.

moonangel12

I am a quilter - that is my happy place/quiet time Reading is good, puzzles are another favorite. Walking/running/biking...

quiksylver296

I lift heavy things.

Lobsterboxtops

Knitting is my meditation. I also read or listen to audiobooks. And those stupid match 3 games let me turn my brain off.

88olds

Sit quietly doing nothing. It helps if you have a place where there is no TV, no computer within sight so as to not be tempted.

xGreatWhiteNorthx

Smoke a joint and spend time outside .


Reading.

elisa123gal

My suggestions would be to look to nature. watching birds, listening to the rain fall, and getting up early and watching the day turn from dark, to dusk, to light is so relaxing and profound. Also, a clear crisp night.. wrap up..go outisde and look at how bright the stars are. It is inspirational...peaceful..and it centers a person.

and Nature is Free.

SolanineNightshade

Read, learn a new hobby, take an online course

thenewkayla

A hot bath and music will kill at least 30 mins -1 hr for me. Following for more ideas

rebbylicious

Making pottery- going to the hot tub with a large bottle of water, meditation, writing in my journal with some coffee, and when I’m pissed off I will lift some heavy weights. 😂
But truth be told, sometimes I just want some trashy reality tv and a glass of dry wine.

H_Ock12

I run....long distances...without headphones, just me & my thoughts.

Katmary71

It sounds stressful because it's multiple things at once but I ride my recumbent bike listening to rock and reading novels. When I'm done I do strength exercises then wind down with stretching. I'll read right before bed. I just started putting on fun music from my teens and dancing while doing chores. Cooking is also relaxing to me.

missysippy930

Read. It’s been my favorite pastime since I learned to read. So many books, so little time.

mbaker566

mostly i do decompress with netflix or hulu but when i don't....
painting with alcohol ink
crocheting
hiking
running
reading.

lauragreenbaum

Pilates

perkymommy

breefoshee wrote: »

I've noticed a pattern of using food to decompress. As I've tried to break this habit, I notice that I am spending more time in front of the television and scrolling social media to get my brain quiet-- but that's not really how I want to live my life.

How do you decompress without food, TV or Social Media? Mentally I am struggling.

reading a book, doing housework like washing dishes, sweeping, dusting, walk outside and sit for a while

motivatedmartha

Swimming lengths at the local pool - find a time when it's at its quietest and slog up and down - can really turn the brain off and just focus on the water, each stroke and counting how many lengths you've swum. Really good for mindfulness.

apullum

Running, hiking, walking, yoga, reading, meditation (usually with the cat on my lap), games of all sorts: video games with my husband, board games, tabletop RPGs (I’m the DM for my former quidditch team’s D&D campaign).

white0rabbit0

I listen to sience or gardening podcast or audio books while I draw. Also puzzles!

laketrash50

Read, listen to music, treat myself to a professional massage!

chrisvideoedit

Hey great post! To decompress I like watching YouTube videos about tech. I am a Mac Apple fan and I like learning about all the latest technologies. What are your interests? I think it is about as simple as that. Find something that is meaningful to you whether it is reading, long walks or drawing a picture. We all have something we love doing. Hope this helps.

Chris 🙂

amusedmonkey

For me personally, playing video games (both active and sedentary) is a great way to decompress. I also enjoy working on my hobbies (currently that's figure sculpting), talking to friends, and listening to audiobooks. I watch Netflix when a particular show interests me (currently it's The Witcher).

There is no shame in using entertainment for its intended purpose - relaxation and enjoyment. If watching TV and scrolling social media is enjoyable, then what's wrong with that? Why do you feel it's a lesser way to pass your time? If it's enjoyable, then it's just as good as any other activity because it's serving its purpose. If it's just an idle pastime you do because you don't know what else to do, then yes, it's worth looking for something else.

AmethystEFC

Music and books.

It's different for everyone; it's finding your happy place, I guess. Hope you find yours