Oh, Dearest Mother, Sweetest Virgin of Altagracia, our Patroness. You are our Advocate and to you we recommend our needs. You are our Teacher and like disciples we come to learn from the example of your holy life. You are our Mother, and like children, we come to offer you all of the love of our hearts. Receive, dearest Mother, our offerings and listen attentively to our supplications. Amen.



Active Topics || Favorites || Member List || Search || About Us || Help || Register || Login
Tea and Conversation (Forum Locked Forum Locked)
 4Real Forums : Tea and Conversation
Subject Topic: Escape? Post ReplyPost New Topic
Author
Message << Prev Topic | Next Topic >>
Becky Parker
Forum All-Star
Forum All-Star
Avatar

Joined: May 23 2005
Location: Michigan
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 2582
Posted: Dec 13 2006 at 12:16pm | IP Logged Quote Becky Parker
I know I have been spending WAY too much time on the computer lately. I think I am trying to escape something. I can tell because even though my house is tidy, it could use a good cleaning, and even though my kids are learning, we're doing the minimum. I act like I don't have time but I think I am just trying to avoid it all. Am I burning out? That is really a scary thought for me. I love homeschooling and having my kids with me all day. I don't want to become burned out and ineffective. Any advice on what I should do?

__________________
Becky
Wife to Wes, Mom to 6 wonderful kids on Earth and 4 in Heaven!
Academy Of The Good Shepherd
Back to Top View Becky Parker's Profile Search for other posts by Becky Parker
 
stefoodie
Forum Moderator
Forum Moderator
Avatar

Joined: Feb 17 2005
Location: Ohio
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 8457
Posted: Dec 13 2006 at 1:48pm | IP Logged Quote stefoodie


Becky, I often go through the same thing. I'd suggest a walk outside, or if you feel better taking a nap or curling up in bed with a good book -- it might make you feel better.

We all go through periods of burnout I think, or almost-burnout. The key is to recognize it and pull back. Oh and yes, for me personally, turning the computer off actually proves to be VERY relaxing, even though I often think it won't help.

Praying for you.

__________________
stef

mom to five
Back to Top View stefoodie's Profile Search for other posts by stefoodie Visit stefoodie's Homepage
 
Marybeth
Forum All-Star
Forum All-Star


Joined: May 02 2005
Location: Illinois
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 1277
Posted: Dec 13 2006 at 2:06pm | IP Logged Quote Marybeth
Could you maybe take a long weekend away from the computer?

I remember when teaching I felt dull and listless in my teaching and such right before a vacation. It probably was just my need for a break. Maybe you are just getting ready for Christmas?!?!

Mb

__________________
Marybeth (Mb)
http://held-together.blogspot.com
Back to Top View Marybeth's Profile Search for other posts by Marybeth
 
Becky Parker
Forum All-Star
Forum All-Star
Avatar

Joined: May 23 2005
Location: Michigan
Online Status: Offline
Posts: 2582
Posted: Dec 14 2006 at 6:40am | IP Logged Quote Becky Parker
Thank you Stef and Marybeth. I was thinking maybe I just need to turn off the computer for a while. I think I'm addicted!

__________________
Becky
Wife to Wes, Mom to 6 wonderful kids on Earth and 4 in Heaven!
Academy Of The Good Shepherd
Back to Top View Becky Parker's Profile Search for other posts by Becky Parker
 

Sorry, you cannot post a reply to this topic.
This forum has been locked by a forum administrator.

  [Add this topic to My Favorites] Post ReplyPost New Topic
Printable version Printable version

Forum Jump
You cannot post new topics in this forum
You cannot reply to topics in this forum
You cannot delete your posts in this forum
You cannot edit your posts in this forum
You cannot create polls in this forum
You cannot vote in polls in this forum

Hosting and Support provided by theNetSmith.com