Let me show you how to let yourself rest
🛌 How often do you let yourself rest and what does your schedule look like? I’m personally trying to fix my self care routine because my hobbies take up so much of my time but it’s important to give yourself attention to.
I have experienced feeling incredibly guilty for being lazy. Growing up not only in a world that’s all about the grind but also growing up in a house hold where if you weren’t doing something productive you were seen as lazy and a disappointment. So I understand so well how it feels to not be able to relax simply because your brain is telling you, you haven’t deserved it yet.
You don’t need to earn rest! You don’t need to earn sleep! If your body is tired give them what they want! There is no reason to make yourself suffer when you don’t need to. Life is already stressful enough so you need to be the one to look out for yourself and listen to your body.
If you u deal with this guilt a good way that I’ve learned to shut it down is getting your mind busy. Reading relaxes me so much but also watching something can help get your mind distracted from all the task you feel like you need to get done.
Stop focusing on what you haven’t done today and focus on what you have achieved. If you find yourself thinking about the stuff you haven’t done get your mind away from that and either think about something else or what you have done. We don’t give ourselves enough credit for the stuff we achieve and this is a perfect time to begin doing that.
Take this as a hint to go get some rest!! Especially if you need it.
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Hey everyone! Expanding on my previous post about letting yourself rest, I want to dive deeper into truly resting without that nagging feeling of guilt. I know the struggle – constantly feeling lazy if I wasn't productive, amplified by society's 'hustle' culture. It’s tough to break that cycle. But here’s my game-changer: rest isn't an earned reward; it's a fundamental human need. Just like breathing! As my cozy blanket picture reminds me, rest provides energy for future tasks. It’s an investment in your future self, not a luxury. A huge shift for me was actively reframing my thoughts. Instead of "I should be doing X," I started asking, "What do I need right now to be my best self?" Often, it's a break in a cozy indoor setting, perhaps curled up with soft peach and grey blankets. It takes conscious effort to silence that inner critic telling you you're not deserving. I also found that scheduling rest helped immensely. Booking 30 minutes for reading (like my 'Murder At The Pumpkin Pageant'!) or an hour for a show made it feel less like 'wasting time' and more like a planned activity. This gave my brain permission to truly relax, knowing this time was dedicated to unwinding. It greatly reduced anxiety and quieted that buzzing 'to-do' list. Another practical tip is mindful resting. Instead of just flopping on the couch and mentally running tasks, I engage my senses. Really listening to music or savoring a cup of tea. This presence anchors me, preventing my mind from drifting to unfinished business. Be present in your rest! Finally, focusing on achievements. My earlier post touched on this, but I now keep a 'wins' journal for even tiny things. Made my bed? Win! Sent that email? Win! This counters the 'not enough' feeling and reinforces I’m accomplishing things. It’s okay if things aren't done yet, as that text on my peace-sign photo says. Giving credit for small wins makes it easier to step away and truly recharge, knowing you’re not falling behind. Remember, resting isn't weakness; it’s strength and self-awareness. You're caring for your most valuable asset: yourself. So go on, give yourself permission to truly rest, guilt-free. You've earned the right to simply exist sometimes. ✨
Reminder to move? Nah. Reminder to relax? Yesss💛