# Why I’m Taking a Social Media Sabbatical ##### A little experiment in prioritising my time, energy and the things that light me up  --- I’ve been writing on Facebook for years. Over a decade of posting. Almost every single day. At least once. And lately, it’s way more than that. I love it. Don’t get me wrong. But it takes up *so* much time. And every minute I spend on Facebook is a minute I’m not spending on something else. Which means I need to get real about what actually matters. And how I want to use my time. Isn’t this what I’ve been talking a lot about recently? Anyway, right now, what matters to me is: - creating trainings - updating my website to include Therapeutic Coaching - gearing up for the new year But guess what? I can’t do it all. So I’m taking a sabbatical from Facebook. Let me explain more… --- ## What would happen if…? %%[[What would happen if...]]%% Lately, I’ve been hooked on Lizzie Goddard’s work (seriously, check her out if you have an online business). One of the things she said really stuck with me: *What would happen if…?* (Okay, so she didn’t say it directly to *me* – it was in a training – but I swear she’s talking to me every time.) It’s a simple question: *What would happen if…?* Then you fill in the blanks with stuff you’re curious about. It’s a way to get playful and explore. Instead of just following the crowd. Or doing what you think you *should* be doing. --- ## What my body said *What would happen if I took a sabbatical from Facebook?* That was the question that popped into my head during school run. I sat with it. I didn’t analyse it. I didn’t start thinking about the logistics. I didn’t pros and cons it. Instead, I just focused on how it felt in my body. In that moment. As I settled, the first thing I noticed was how much lighter I felt. How much easier it was to breathe. How my whole body softened. And that was it. That was all I needed to know. --- ## Why now? I’ve got so many plates spinning right now. There’s: - A Women and Pain training (and I’m *loving* creating this) - A menstrual cycle journal and course I’m ridiculously excited about - A self-coaching programme to help you do the work on yourself - Blogs and newsletters that I desperately want to share - And a load of other stuff waiting to see the light of day But honestly – I’m struggling to fit it all in because Facebook is eating up so much of my time and energy. I need to prioritise the shit that matters most. --- ## Leaning into my winter I’m deep in my personal Winter right now. And no, I’m not just talking about the fact that it’s freezing here in the UK. I’m in the Inner Winter of my menstrual cycle. So it’s a season of slowing down, turning inward. And focusing on what really matters. I’ve also just been given the book *Inward* by Yung Pueblo for my birthday. Obviously the Universe knows what it’s doing. This Winter season is about retreating a little, recharging, and redirecting my energy. Facebook just doesn’t fit into that plan right now. --- ## Breaking free from all-or-nothing thinking In the past, I’d go all in with decisions like this... “*Right, that’s it. I’m deleting Facebook.”* But life isn’t black and white. It’s messy and grey. And everything in-between. This isn’t about ditching Facebook forever. It’s about stepping back with intention. I’m calling it a ‘sabbatical’ for a reason. It’s a pause. Not a permanent goodbye. I’ll come back when it feels right. But I’ll do it on *my* terms. --- ## Fear vs. love %%[[Am I being guided by fear or by love?]]%% When I really think about it, what’s been keeping me glued to Facebook… is fear. Fear of missing out. Fear of losing visibility. Fear of… well, everything. But fear is a shit motivator. Over the last few years, I’ve been leaning into joy, ease, and curiosity. That’s what I’m choosing to follow. And honestly? It feels so fucking good. So when I’m making decisions now, I always ask myself: *Am I being guided by fear? Or by love?* That question helps me see what’s really going on. --- ## What about you? I often share what I’m doing and thinking. But that’s because doing so is a chance for you to reflect too. What’s something in your life you’re clinging to? Maybe out of habit or fear? Something that’s taking up space? Space you could use for something more meaningful? Ask yourself: *What would happen if I stepped away?* Then feel into it. Don’t overthink it. Let your body tell you the truth. If it feels lighter, freer, like you can finally breathe again? That’s your answer. --- ## Embrace the impermanence Here’s the thing… nothing is permanent. Life is all about change and flow. You can try something. See how it fits. And if it doesn’t work? Change it. Taking this sabbatical is an experiment. If it works, great. If it doesn’t, I’ll pivot. The point is to stay curious and open. --- ## Final thoughts So yep, I’m stepping away from Facebook for a bit. Not because I hate it, but because I love what’s next *more*. I’m choosing to focus on the projects that light me up. The ones that give me room to breathe. And for you? Take a minute. Ask yourself where you could create space. *What would happen if you gave yourself permission to pause?* To shift? Or let go of something? You might just find the answer you’ve been looking for.