Break the Twitch Articles

During this time while you’re at home more than anything else—now’s the perfect moment to go through your entire house, get rid of all the things you don’t need, and finally become a minimalist.

I’m kidding.

That is definitely not the Break the Twitch way, or our philosophy when it comes to decluttering and minimalism. But particularly when what’s outside of our control is beyond typical, it feels great to do something we can control.

Up until a month and a half ago, Amy and I had a really solid gym habit that had been going on for more than two years.

We were going to the gym consistently about five to six times a week. I was tracking my food and following a fitness program—when it all came to a halt. With no more gym to go to, things pretty much went downhill.

I sat at my kitchen table for about eight hours moving beans and seeds around to make the title sequences for this series—This Can Help—about the little things we can do during times of uncertainty.

Considering that I could’ve made simple text titles, was that a pointless thing to do? Instead of spending about an hour for each title sequence, I could’ve spent just three seconds.

How long is 10 seconds, really?

If I talk to you while showing clips of my dog Rocky playing, 10 seconds can go by pretty fast. On the other hand, a blank stare can seem like an eternity.

So the real answer is, it depends—but when it comes to intentionality, 10 seconds makes a world of difference.

Before I get into this video and the upcoming video series, I wanted to pause and say thank you. Amy and I are staying home, doing our best with social distancing—and if you’re doing the same, thank you.

If you’re working in the world to continue providing groceries, medical care, transportation, cleaning, and other essential services that keep our lives running—thank you for risking your own well-being to do so. Thank you.