Good Enough

When You Are Exhausted

SATURDAY, MARCH 12

Good Enough, 56-60     Psalm 62:5-8, 11

There is a strange logic about exhaustion. It seems that the more tired we are, the harder it is to slow down. But, like it or not, sometimes our body or attitude give us clues we are nearing burnout. We are short-tempered or brittle or lack the creativity we usually have. We get sick easily or lack the joy that normally comes with hobbies or friends. What are the signals or symptoms that indicate that you need to take a break?

Rest sounds lovely—except when the whole world rests on our shoulders, and we can’t easily slow down, let alone stop. Take a second to remember: “Not everything has to be done. And not everything has to be done by you” (Good Enough, 58). What permission does that offer you today?

Rest does not have to mean taking a nap in the middle of the day (because really... who can do that?!). It can be anything that fills up your tank for love, creativity, and generosity. Calling an old friend. Gardening. Organizing the junk drawer. Going to bed 15 minutes earlier. Reading a book and not expecting to learn anything. What does rest look like for you? How will you integrate that into this week?