I like being busy.
Well, that's not quite true.
I like the feeling of importance that can come with being busy. I like accomplishing things. I like meeting goals and seeing good results from my work.
That's why things like sitting outside just to be outside, letting myself take a nap, simply cuddling with my little sisters on the couch, and other "non-productive" things can sometimes be hard for me to do. I want to always be doing something.
But lately, I've been learning that I need those times of quiet rest. I'm not advocating for laziness or procrastination, but I need to remember that it's okay to put away my homework and computer and allow myself to rest.
Amen! I'm actually writing a blog post about the scientific importance of play (even for adults) and relaxation. Turns out that it is a very important part of life. That is a hard pill for me to swallow, because like you I aim to ALWAYS be doing something productive. Chilling out is not in my vocabulary. But I'm learning.
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to read that post! Play is definitely still important and it helps spark creativity as well.
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