Rest is an essential self-care practice with many benefits. It refreshes and restores our energy, helps us recover, and can improve our overall well-being. Yet, why did I feel conflicted about taking a sick day when I wasn’t feeling well last week?
Having lived in Georgia for a little over a decade, I return to visit my “second home” when I can. My most recent trip to Atlanta was so much fun. I flew in from New York on a Thursday night and my fiance, Alex drove down from Cincy on Saturday.
I’m not one who puts a lot of effort into styling my own hair. I usually get haircuts that are low maintenance because I don’t like spending a lot of time getting ready in the morning. And for as long as I can remember, I convinced myself that I lacked the ability and creativity to do my own hair.
This is what I presume happened before I walked into yoga class: A man set up his mat in the corner of the room closest to the door. When he stepped away, a woman moved his mat and set hers down in his place. Then, she stepped out of the room. The man comes back confused as to why his mat has moved.
“When you are offended by any man’s faults, turn to yourself and study your own failings. Then you will forget your anger.” – Epictetus