Just Rest

By [http://ezinearticles.com/?expert=Brenda_Jenkins]Brenda Jenkins
We live in a 24/7 society where stores never close, where moment by moment you can find new things on the internet, where TV broadcasts go non-stop and the fax machine is always printing. People today just don't want to rest because they're afraid they'll miss something. You always see ads or programs touting, "Don't miss this! It's the next thing in..." Because of this, people are not getting enough rest. Stress is high, blood pressures are raised, diseases are rampant.
Is it really necessary for us to give our kids every new thing that comes out on the market? Do we really need a BMW for every day of the week? Couldn't we be just as happy in a 2000 (or less) square foot house instead of a mansion? People in this country are really blessed with materials things, but need some of the concepts of some of the less fortunate countries. Joy, peace, happiness, gratitude and a little siesta time.
What would be the benefit of just taking a day off and resting? Renewed energy, fresh ideas, lower stress levels? Don't we all need this. Who wants their epitaph to be, "Your name, loving spouse, devoted parent and hard worker died young, and left us all too soon, because of trying to keep up with the Joneses."
Most of us strive and strive to catch that next big wave, that new innovation and find that it's either not all it's crack up to be, or there's a lot more to it. I'm not saying give up on all your dreams. Just take some time off to recharge your batteries and bond with your family.
How many kids do we have in this society today that have a missing parent because they are trying to make ends meet, or get the gold so that their kids can have everything. Nothing wrong with supporting your family...but do your kids really need all those extra gadgets in place of you? They need your time, your face, your smiles, and your love. That's the most important thing that kids need.
Let's get back to basics. Why do you think your mom always made you take a nap as a child? You needed the rest. You're just a big kid now with the same basic needs.
Isn't it worth it for ourselves, our health and our families to take at least a day off to rest? Devote some time to quiet time. Read, relax, stretch out, play with your kids, exercise, pray. No schedules, no smart phones, no computers, no faxes. Go for the gold this way, and jump in feet first into the crystal waters of rest. You will be refreshed.
Brenda Jenkins is a former realtor, wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoys family, writing, home improvement projects and is currently working in network marketing.
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