The variables that affect every individual and the pattern in which it impact on each individual are numerous and varied .The question that arises is do you really want to know what activities make me as an individual lose track of time?.
Are you ready for the truth?.
Can you handle and absorb the truth?.😂
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Okay I will let the cat out of the bag. Three years ago I was forced to resign from work due to illness. I became afraid that I might lose all my experiences as a Registered nurse ,a teacher and adjunct college professor. So to maintain my mental alertness I dived into reading and writing. I must tell you that I love it.I don’t generate any income from it that is fine .It keep me very busy and I can easily lose track of time.
Reading and writing has given me the opportunity to exercise discretion by implementing the following:
Autonomy. Reading and writing provides me with freedom ,independent and discretion in scheduling the topic that I want to write about and the process of executing my objectives .
Task identity. I understand that I must start the task and complete it on time for example the #Daily writing prompt is scheduled every day and must be done on time.
Feedback of my writing. The feedbacks gives me a clear information about the effectiveness of my performance. And I remain very grateful for all the likes.
Skills improvement. Daily writing prompt and my constantly reading what other people wrote and reading textbooks have improved my writing skills.
Task importance. This has become a full time job for me. Sometimes I do not even remember to shower until much later. This is indirectly eating me up.I am now addicted to reading and writing. Consequently the experienced meaning fullness of writing has empowered me psychologically, physically and emotionally.
Disadvantage of reading and writing. Obsession. I constantly read and write.
Ignore self. Sometimes you delay in eating and caring for yourself and shower later.
Socialization.Social media is part of existence but too much concentration on writing deprives you the joy of celebrating with your family and friends.
In conclusion I want to say that activities that makes you lose track of time might not be the same as what me lose track of time. And that is why we have what they call ” individual differences “.
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