Beat the Computer and other blues
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Let me count the ways, that computers can add to the blues. I doubt you have ever experienced the dilemas invoked by “error” mesages, or your internet service provider suddenly going on a funk, or….
a friend and client of mine wants to figure out the problem: maybe it’s the wind, or the full moon. The cause is irrevelant: we need to find another way to get this done. Today my computer frequently seemed irrevelant. Exasperated, I turned it off for awhile.
Usually I just try another approach, ex: I used another email to mail important information. I deleted as mant emails as I could to relieve frustration.
I was even luckier, and took almost two hours to have an ionic foot bath (as I had to return the machine today) and watched Elizabeth the Golden age to feel empowered again.
Most days don’t include such luxouries. So here are a few more tips:
- destress quickly. even listening to some music on youtube can help.
-if possible get up and stretch or walk. When totally frustrated with a client AND her computer, I just stood up and walked around the room while she did the next task.
- make a quick list of 5 other was you may get around the current problem.
-Breathe!
So make your list of 5 other ways to approach the challenge you most often face. Keep them near by, for ready reference. Add to the list any time you want.
Return to the project once you are sure your lungs are functioning. Send a shout out thanking friends, universe, spirit. Smile, and then laugh.
Quiz can you apply any of these ideas to “other blues”?
Also thanks for all the kind comments.
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