It’s been a crazy holiday season, and this year has been no exception for me. I just got back from New York and it was a whirlwind of catching up with people I hadn’t seen in ages. I stayed up late, got up early and packed as much in as I could. It was so much fun but now I’m paying the price.
So if you’re wondering what’s up with my voice I have a cold and my body is telling me to slow down. So on today’s Wise Walk I want to focus on the importance of rest, taking time to recharge and creating space to recover when life gets too crazy. Let’s take a moment to pause and reflect.
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- Are you in need of rest?
- Do you feel like the holidays and the end of the year have made you busier than usual?
- Do you need to incorporate more downtime?
- Could you benefit from some peaceful relaxation?
- Do you need to create space to take a break, recover, and refresh yourself mentally, emotionally, or physically?
- What does rest look like for you?
- How do you hold space and recover if you’ve been doing too much for too long?
- What are the ways you can incorporate a moment, a day, or even a week of rest?
- What does the word “rest” mean to you?
- Does rest mean taking a nap?
- Does it mean listening to music, going for a walk, or being in nature?
- Does it mean reading a book, getting a massage, or completely disconnecting from screens?
- Could it involve stepping away from email or your computer?
- Does it mean incorporating something restorative and unique to you, like pottery or something artistic?
- What practices can you add to your life to recharge and feel truly rested?
Thank you for joining me today. I’m taking a moment to recharge, and I hope you’ll do the same. During this busy holiday season, think about how you can be present for yourself and give back to yourself in ways that feel aligned.
I’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode, so feel free to reach out. I’ll be back next Thursday for another wise walk, hopefully feeling and sounding better. Until then, prioritize fun, enjoy the holiday season, and remember to read the signs, direct your path, and get your stride on.
In this episode:
[03:38] The word rest has multiple meanings. In music, it’s a rest bar. Even in music they incorporate rest.
[04:07] Sometimes we overlook rest and the importance of slowing ourselves down.
[05:02] One of the ways I like to enter a rest period is through meditation. My meditation routine really set me up for success.
[07:03] Meditation grounds and centers me and helps me to not stress.
[08:11] None of us are meant to do constant repetitive things day after day without resting.
[09:19] Sundays are a day of rest and reflection for people who are religious. You don’t have to be religious in order to incorporate a day of rest.
[11:02] Another way I incorporate rest in my life physically is fasting. It’s a rest period for the digestive system.
[12:20] Where do you feel over exertion? Can you dial it back or step away?
[14:08] Can we do our relationship a service and take a beat or go inward?
[15:19] Resting is a unique individual experience for all of us.
Memorable Quotes:
- “We are the only ones that can take a beat, literally, and say, okay, I’m going to pause. I’m going to breathe. I’m going to go for a walk. I’m going to take a nap.” – Mary Tess
- “I do feel refreshed. After I meditate, I feel a sense of calm. I feel like I am stronger and more collected.” – Mary Tess
- “Our physical body benefits from rest days. If we are working out on a regular basis, weneed to incorporate them. We need our body to have time to repair.” – Mary Tess
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