rest: cease work or movement in order to relax, refresh oneself, or recover strength When I wake up to the quiet of a home hidden in the woods with a picturesque landscape of age-worn trees and red clay earth, I am immediately grateful. I am often still, for at least a few minutes, as I relish in remnants of rest from insomnia-induced sleep. I have learned over the years that when I get up too fast, the day is dizzying and rushed, but when I take my time and rise slowly, I feel more grounded and calm. As I indulge in the third month of a sacred summer of rest I am intentional about not waking up to an alarm clock and not jumping up to start the day.
Thank you! This was a necessary read for me!