Sleep and rest are not the same thing.
Rest should equal restoration in seven key areas of your life.
The first type of rest we need is physical rest which can be passive or active
Physical rest includes sleeping and napping while active rest means restorative activities such as yoga, stretching and massage therapy that help improve your body s circulation and flexibility
The second type is Mental Rest
Schedule short breaks to occur every two hours during your work day. These breaks can remind you to slow down. You might also keep a notepad by the bed to jot down any nagging thoughts that would keep you awake
The third type of rest we need is Sensory Rest
Bright lights, Computer Screens, Background noise, Multiple conversations-whether they are in the office or on Zoom calls can cause our senses to feel overwhelmed. This can be countered by doing something as simple as closing your eyes for a minute in the middle of the day, as well as by intentionally unplugging from electronics at he end of every day, Intentional moments of sensory deprivation can begin to undo the damage inflicted by the over-stimulating world.
The fourth type of rest is Creative Rest
This type of rest is especially important for anyone who must solve problems or brainstorm new ideas.
Creative rest reawakens the awe and wonder in each of us…appreciating nature park or garden provides you with creative rest.
It is also includes enjoying the arts.
Turn your work space into a place of inspiration by displaying images of places you love and works of art that speak to you
Emotional Rest having time and space to freely express your feelings and cut back on people pleasing.
Emotional rest requires the courage to be authentic
Social rest. Differentiate between those relationships that revive us from those relationships that exhaust us. Surround yourself with positive and supportive people
The final is Spiritual Rest is the ability to connect beyond the physical and mental and feel a deep sense of belonging, love, acceptance and purpose
Add Prayer, Mediation or community involvement
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