Introduction

Lately, I've found myself thinking "I could get SO much done if I didn't watch so much TV." Or, "I could lose SO much weight if I stopped drinking beer." Or, "I could save SO much money if I didn't eat out so much."...See a pattern? So did I. Hence the experiment: Go a week without. Abstain from one thing for one week.

I really don't know if I'll get more done, or lose weight, or save money, but I want to find out what I can do without -and how it'll change the way I live- one week at a time. I've got a list of ideas, and I'm open to your suggestions, too...with a few restrictions:

- It must be legal.

- It must be safe. (No giving up sleep for a week)

- I must be able to give it up without interfering directly with my fiance's life. If ME giving it up forces HIM to give it up unwillingly, it's a no-go.

- It can't interfere with my job. Giving up home internet access is acceptable. Giving up internet access at work isn't an option.

- I get to pick what I give up.

The experiment starts Monday. Here's hoping I don't give up on giving up!