Shane Heath of MUD\WTR: “Why you should consider doing a weekly technology and food fast”

Every Wednesday we do a 24 hour fast, we leave our phones at home and don’t schedule any calls or meetings that day. First, I want to say, fasting is not for everyone, so please consult your physician. That said, if done correctly, periodic fasts can be amazing for performance in the office, at the gym and even on a cellular level. Having a day where I don’t have to think about my meals gives me an insane amount of drive. Like a hungry lion I feel this primal level of awareness, focus and creativity to direct towards whatever task is at hand. It’s no secret that we are addicted to our phones. Notifications are distractions that also carry a context switch which zaps momentum and therefore some of your potential to perform at your best. Having a day where you don’t have that urge to check your screen…