Too tired for seven different types of rest? Try Advent instead
I recently saw an Instagram post claiming that there are seven distinct types of rest we all need to experience fully.
The idea suggests that true replenishment requires more than just sleep—rest comes in various forms, including physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. But honestly, trying to manage and achieve all seven kinds can leave some of us feeling overwhelmed and even more exhausted.
If you feel worn out by chasing all these rests, the Advent season offers a different approach. Instead of fragments of rest, Advent invites a holistic pause—a time to slow down, reflect, and prepare spiritually. It encourages embracing stillness and deep renewal, which can be more fulfilling and easier to engage with, especially when life feels relentlessly busy.
"Advent is not just a countdown but a call to rest in the presence of something greater."
Engaging in Advent practices prompts a form of restful waiting that nurtures the soul without the pressure of mastering multiple rest techniques. This spiritual rhythm can help restore balance and provide meaningful rest beyond the physical.
Author’s summary:
Rather than striving to attain seven distinct types of rest, embracing the holistic spiritual pause of Advent offers a simpler, deeper renewal that eases exhaustion and replenishes the soul.
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