Monday Morning Orange Juice, July 1, 2024

“Sometimes making progress means taking rest days.”

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I’ve had to learn this the hard way, and it’s been especially vital over these past few months.

Your mind and body have to rest. I was meditating recently (at least trying to,) as thoughts were jumping from here to there while I tried to envision a blank screen. A clear message came through from somewhere: “Stop. Your. Mind.” Stop, just stop. I get so muddled with so much on my plate that I don’t even know where to begin sometimes. On days where I’m in pain and foggy it’s even more difficult to concentrate.

That’s why rest is important. The body needs to heal, and the world moves so fast. Quiet the body. Relax every muscle. Listen to whatever calms you. Stop. Your. Mind. Just breathe…

Take some time out for yourself this week, and have a safe and happy holiday.