Ever heard the saying “You reap what you SOW”
The word SOW means “Planted with seeds” What if I told you that I know how you can look and feel younger with a few simple seeds to plant.
Would you plant those seeds? I think so.
When you think of a farmer sowing for the season, he is busy in the fields planting what he intends to reap in the harvest. It’s not always spring/summer when the harvest is bountiful, and it’s not always time to plant.
The farmer is aware of the in between of nature. The time of REST
REST?
That’s right you need to rest. This month we are in the heat of the summer, soaking up the last days of summer in the sun. It’s a perfect opportunity to rest and recharge before you sow. Allow yourself time to rest both mentally and physically. Know that it’s your secret weapon to age well.
Humans are not robots, nor machines, we need to rest. All of nature needs to rest.
We can’t just go go go. I am sure you know that woman who is always busy and overwhelmed.
Does she look radiant and vibrant to you? Does she have health issues? Is she someone you admire?
Like a farmer, there are deliberate times of rest.
Rest is a weapon. A weapon against sickness or disease. It’s a chance to step back and be present. A weapon to stay young, look vibrant and radiant.
Think of the sabbath, it was created as a day just to rest.
It’s important for you in midlife to really rest, allow yourself time to celebrate where you are in your life now.
Women think we need to do it all. Think of your younger self, you were obsessed with finding balance while in a career, raising a family, making time for family and friends. Forget self care, who had the time.
Midlife is your time to REST. I don’t mean become sedentary or boring, I mean strategically resting. Allowing of rest.
Think of a mouse in a cage with a wheel. The mouse is going round and round, I am sure your younger self could relate.
Now look at that cage from above it like you were a drone. See the mouse cage with an aerial view.
Step back and really take a look at your life. Where are you spinning your wheels? Where can you allow for some rest?
You remind yourself that REST is the secret weapon that will help you age well, look and feel younger.
Let’s become a professional resters in midlife.
I give you permission.
Be proud of all your accomplishments and of course continue to grow and dream, just remember to REST so that you can continue to enjoy this wonderful life.
In health
xoxo
Maria