“You’re Not a Machine, You’re a Human Being.”
Hey Good People!!
It’s been one whole week since I officially launched my site and I’m so thankful that you decided to join me and allow me into your life through your inbox.
A consistent thing I’ve been implementing lately is REST. I know that sounds crazy but if you’re anything like me people may often use terms like workaholic or busy bee to describe you.
Sometimes homeschooling, running a non-profit business, working from home, and maintaining family schedules can run together and become overwhelming. Sometimes there is this invisible force or mandate that makes me feel like I need to "produce" but that becomes so unhealthy and unbalanced. I’m sure you get exactly what I mean because you’re juggling and managing multiple responsibilities as well.
So every week, I am intentional about REST; taking short and extended breaks from anything that requires me to pour out. For me this looks like:
being detached from my phone
putting my phone on “Do Not Disturb” for a period of time
not responding to emails during or after certain hours
telling my kids “I’m out of the office for a moment; please no requests unless it’s an emergency”.
sitting down and sitting still
taking that nap demanded by my mind and body
being in bed by at least 10pm each night.
Rest may look similar or different for you but regardless we all need it. After I’ve rested I feel so rejuvenated and accomplish more than I would have on a full tank of energy vs. “putt-puttin” on E.
A personal proverb that often rings in my head is “I’m not a machine, I’m a human being.” The definition of a machine is a mechanical structure designed within controlled forces and movement to perform an intended action. Yeah, humans are not designed that way. With that being said, this means I need to handle myself with care [and you too if this message relates to you].
So this week find some exclusive time to REST and get in the habit of listening to your body when that rest indicator pops on. Remember that what you need to take care of will be there when you wake up. Trust me, you’ll feel so much better doing it after you've rested.
"It really is senseless to work so hard from early morning till late at night, toiling to make a living for fear of not having enough. God can provide for his lovers even while they sleep!" Psalm 127:2