All the Feels - Leading Our EmotionsSample

DAY 8: TIRED / EXHAUSTED

Do you feel like you just can’t keep up? Every day seems like another mental marathon and the to-do list never quite reaches a finish line?

Maybe you're having trouble focusing and the energy reserves you used to pull from are running on empty. As a culture, we are getting busier with more demands and most of us don’t create the extra space we need to recharge. This makes us feel flat out "bad".

Did you know on the emotional wheel, one of our core feelings is actually “BAD?” The ones closely associated are overwhelmed, out of control, sleepy, stressed, tired… you get the point. So what is the antidote? I have to say, there isn’t one exact answer but the general principle is this. We need to take seriously implementing biblical rhythms and rest. Have you set aside one day of the week to truly rest and recoup? Do you take time to shut off the phone for the evening and connect with your family, friends and nature?

If you’re unfamiliar with "Sabbath" or biblical rhythms for rest, take time this week to search Scripture and other resources so you can be well equipped to take steps towards relieving exhaustion and living renewed.