REST

How do you take time to rest? The purpose for rest is very clear - to allow you to recover yourself be it spiritually, physically, intellectually, emotionally and socially. This rest is essential to travel the next lap of your journey. It is not a 400m dash, but a marathon for one who should pace himself or herself appropriately.

What do you do when you rest? Here are four simple ways to rest:

Reflect - on the week's or day's activities. Write a journal. Record down your thoughts and prayers on paper so that you use all your five senses to digest on the written words. Who knows - you may discover the next new idea!

Exercise - not only mentally but go for a walk, or jog, or go participate in a sports. Improve your discipline in waking up early by using alarm clock and sleeping early. Involve a like minded partner in this endeavor.

Sleep - by giving your body physical rest. Symptoms of breakdown and burnout will show up if our bodies are not given the needed rest. Watch out for pimples, heatiness and all kinds of sicknesses. Resting your bodies will allow God to work on your bodies.

Talk - with a friend. Catch up with someone whom you have lost touch for a while. Socialize not only over the Internet like Facebook or Social Media Networks. Meet up over a cup of coffee or tea or over a meal. You could also take time to pray with and for one another. In this aspect you and your friend have talked to Almighty God as well.