41. Why Resting Isn't Lazy & How You Can Stop Feeling Guilty For It - HOLY Health Habits pt 10
In this episode of Move Your Body Differently, we explore the often-overlooked spiritual discipline of silence and solitude and how it directly impacts your physical and mental health. If you’re a busy woman who feels like resting or taking time for yourself is "lazy," this episode is for you.
We’ll cover:
- The power of silence and solitude: Why these spiritual disciplines are essential for hearing God's voice, deepening your faith, and preventing burnout in both your spiritual walk and daily life.
- Why rest is NOT lazy: How recovering well can refuel your body and mind, allowing you to make better decisions, have more energy, and feel more purposeful in your day-to-day life.
- Building the skill of rest: Learn practical habits like listening to your body, creating good sleep hygiene, and practicing active recovery to improve your physical fitness and emotional well-being.
- The biblical call to rest: Discover how Jesus modeled rest and how it can lead to greater productivity and kingdom impact.
If you're struggling with burnout, feeling like you have nothing left to give, or constantly running on empty, this episode will help you reconnect with the importance of rest and recovery. Tune in to find out how practicing silence and solitude can rejuvenate your body, mind, and spirit.
Practical habits we discussed to help you rest and recover well - no matter what season of life you are in:
- Evaluating where your body is – listening to your body
- Do a mind-body scan
- Know your why & keeping it at the forefront
- Have good sleep hygiene (or behaviors)
- Create a routine to wind down for bed
- Improve your sleep environment (sound machine, blackout curtains, temperature, electronics)
- Do active/purposeful recovery
- Meditation (hello scripture)
- Walking/moving on days you don’t normally work out, but using that time to fill your hearts and minds with scripture and truth
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Clarity & Strategy Call
- Interview with Jenn Louise about Committing Well in A Busy Season of Life
- Podcast: Why You Need Fitness in The Busy Seasons of Life
- Join The Stronger Collective App: 7 Day Free Trial
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