"What does the word "rest" mean to you? What do you picture when you think of taking a restorative break? Some people seem to easily kick back, unburden themselves of demands and do nothing. If you're a high achiever, you may be perplexed by this. You may experience a mind and / or body that craves productivity or engagement. If that is your experience, you may find it difficult or impossible to flip a switch and just sit down and "rest.""
"Rest is an intentional disengagement from effort. Rest helps us restore our capacity and resilience. In an era when we may be expected to perform 24/7, it can be easy to forget that energy and attention are finite. For those of us who crave productivity, engaging in "unproductive" rest can feel uncomfortable. Maybe you have a vague sense that you need a break, but feel too engaged or motivated to complete a task to take one."
Rest means intentionally disengaging from effort to restore capacity and resilience. High achievers or people whose minds crave productivity often find passive rest uncomfortable or impossible. For those individuals, restorative practices should be personalized and can include lower-intensity activities that keep the brain and body engaged. Examples include playing sports, exercising, immersive conversation, cooking, driving, or solving puzzles that allow the mind to shift from productivity effort into flow. Chronic lack of rest increases risk of burnout, irritability, and anxiety. Recognizing that energy and attention are finite supports selecting restorative activities that feel tolerable and effective.
Read at Psychology Today
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