1. Physical Rest
Lack of sleep and overtraining deplete your body's energy.
Get two types of physical rest, passive and active:
Passive
• Sleep 7+ hrs nightly
• Take power naps (as needed)
Active
• Stretch
• Get a massage
• Use an ergonomic chair + desk
2. Mental Rest
Mental rest deficit is caused by overtaxing your thinking.
• Write down your to-dos
• Reference checklists (packing, groceries, etc.)
• Create a shutdown ritual to separate work and life
• Take a break from problem-solving
• Meditate
3. Social Rest
Evaluate your relationships.
• Spend more time with people who give you energy
• Spend less time with people who steal your energy
• If you're introverted, block out time to be alone
4. Spiritual Rest
Be part of something bigger than yourself.
• Volunteer
• Work a job that feels purpose-driven
• Participate in faith-based activities (if aligned to your belief system)
5. Sensory Rest
The modern individual is overstimulated.
• Take a break from social media
• Turn off notifications (sounds and visual alerts)
• Limit video meetings
• Set a relaxing evening ambiance (soothing music, candles, etc.)
6. Emotional Rest
Emotional rest deficit occurs when you feel like you can't be authentic.
Ex: An airline attendant who must always smile, despite rude passengers.
• Spend time with people you can be authentic around
• Try speaking with a therapist to release emotional labor
7. Creative Rest
Appreciate beauty in any form, whether natural or human-created:
Natural
• Take in a sunrise or sunset
• Go for a walk in nature
Human-created
• Visit a museum or art festival
• Engage with inspiring music, books, documentaries, etc.
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