Rest is sometimes seen as lazy or unproductive, making it hard for people to prioritize relaxation without feeling guilty or restless. It’s almost as if we’ve forgotten that relaxation and stillness are essential for a healthy, balanced life.
The challenge is that true relaxation isn’t just about taking time off; it’s about shifting into a state where we can actually let go, feel at ease, and recharge. This state can feel unfamiliar because we’re conditioned to think we should be doing something productive. Even when we sit down to relax, we might find our minds racing with to-do lists, worries, or the next goal we need to achieve.
Re-learning how to relax involves unlearning these beliefs, and it takes time. It can be helpful to start by framing relaxation as a practice of self-compassion and self-preservation. When we remember that rest is a necessary part of growth, just like sleep is essential for our bodies, it can be easier to honor relaxation as a valuable, even sacred, practice.
How do you feel when you try to relax? Is there a part of relaxation that feels challenging or out of reach?
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