CONSCIOUS CALENDARING

Today’s culture is obsessed with being busy. It has become a status symbol to frenetically overload our commitments and then complain about how hectic, overworked, and exhausting our lives are. As a result, we forget how to relax and be still. That leads to unnecessary stress and a loss of appreciation of each precious moment we are given.

Take time out to re-evaluate your calendar. Do you really need to do all those things? Do they bring you joy and contribute to your wellbeing? Or are they simply obligations you feel are required in order to keep up appearances or gain worth or status? You are valuable just for who you are. And human bodies need downtime for rest and renewal. Consider giving yourself the gift of rest this season.