The importance of taking rest: Tips to implement it | Hindustan Times

The importance of taking rest: Tips to implement it

Published on Dec 24, 2023 02:09 PM IST

From starting small to accepting the sense of discomfort in the initial phase, here are a few tips of implementing rest.

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Taking a break from the daily grind helps us to recharge the mind and the body and get back with fresh enthusiasm and dedication. "Rest was always something that I battled with, being a people pleaser and perfectionist. However, since doing the inner work myself and also recognising the importance of rest, it has been pivotal in my health and wellbeing," wrote Psychologist Bec McWilliam. Here are a few tips to implement rest.(Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Dec 24, 2023 02:09 PM IST

Taking a break from the daily grind helps us to recharge the mind and the body and get back with fresh enthusiasm and dedication. "Rest was always something that I battled with, being a people pleaser and perfectionist. However, since doing the inner work myself and also recognising the importance of rest, it has been pivotal in my health and wellbeing," wrote Psychologist Bec McWilliam. Here are a few tips to implement rest.(Unsplash)

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We should practice the acceptance of discomfort that may come with taking rest. However, we should learn to prioritise rest before anything else. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Dec 24, 2023 02:09 PM IST

We should practice the acceptance of discomfort that may come with taking rest. However, we should learn to prioritise rest before anything else. (Unsplash)

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Sometimes we may not be able to take rest because of the absence of the intention about it. It is important to schedule rest in daily life. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Dec 24, 2023 02:09 PM IST

Sometimes we may not be able to take rest because of the absence of the intention about it. It is important to schedule rest in daily life. (Unsplash)

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Learning to be more mindful about ourselves and enjoying being in the moment can help us to pause and take a rest. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Dec 24, 2023 02:09 PM IST

Learning to be more mindful about ourselves and enjoying being in the moment can help us to pause and take a rest. (Unsplash)

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Instead of focusing on the hustle, we should focus on ourselves and our own needs – this can help us to priotise our health more. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Dec 24, 2023 02:09 PM IST

Instead of focusing on the hustle, we should focus on ourselves and our own needs – this can help us to priotise our health more. (Unsplash)

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In case taking rest becomes overwhelming, we can always start slow and then grow our rest habits with time. (Unsplash) expand-icon View Photos in a new improved layout
Published on Dec 24, 2023 02:09 PM IST

In case taking rest becomes overwhelming, we can always start slow and then grow our rest habits with time. (Unsplash)

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