How Do You Rest? A Reflection on True Rest and Renewal

We all know what it feels like to be tired—but how often do we ask ourselves what it really means to rest? Sleep is important, yes, but true rest is more than just closing your eyes at night. It’s a state of being where your body, mind, and soul can pause, recharge, and realign.

When we are constantly “doing”—checking emails, planning the next day, worrying about the past or the future—our nervous system stays in a low-level state of alert. Even when we sleep, the quality of our rest can be shallow if the body is tense or the mind is racing.

Rest is a deep, intentional state where we allow ourselves to:

• Release tension in the body

• Calm the mind and ease racing thoughts

• Let go of old emotions and unresolved stress

• Reconnect with our inner energy and creativity

A Gentle Invitation

I want to invite you to pause for a moment and reflect: How do you rest?

• Do you notice moments of stillness in your day?

• Are there times when you feel fully relaxed, your breath soft, your body light?

• What practices or spaces help you access that sense of ease?

Sometimes rest can be simple: sitting quietly without music, taking a slow walk in nature, or even breathing deeply before a meal. Other times, rest may come from connection—with friends, loved ones, or a therapist who holds safe space for you.

Let’s Explore Together

I’d love for you to share your thoughts: What does rest look like for you? How do you create it intentionally? And if it feels hard to find, what might it take for your body and mind to fully let go for a few minutes each day?

Rest is not a luxury—it’s a foundation for health, creativity, and resilience. By exploring it, we learn to trust our bodies, listen to our needs, and cultivate a life that truly nourishes us.

💌 Your turn: Take a few quiet moments today, reflect on how you rest, and consider sharing it in the comments below. Your experience may inspire someone else to pause, breathe, and reconnect with their own rhythm.