I relate to your struggle. It's something I think about every day: how to "make the most of every opportunity" and what this means. How does one live well? I am 68 and still trying to figure it out! But like you, I've found something valuable in Sabbath rest. Maybe it's the quality of life that we achieve that counts more than the quantity of accomplishments.
As a mum/freelance writer this spoke so clearly to my reality. Trying to find rhythms of rest and work, while often feeling like I am wasting time watching my daughter play (which I am not) or guilt that I need to take a rest (which I should do). It's tricky, and I am trying to slow down and enjoy my one wild and precious life without letting the sand go through the timer too fast, and opportunities slip through my busy hands.
Very much understood. It might be impossible to find the perfect balance, but at least considering these things helps to ensure that we do not weight our schedule too heavily one way or the other.
I relate to your struggle. It's something I think about every day: how to "make the most of every opportunity" and what this means. How does one live well? I am 68 and still trying to figure it out! But like you, I've found something valuable in Sabbath rest. Maybe it's the quality of life that we achieve that counts more than the quantity of accomplishments.
I think you’re on to something.
As a mum/freelance writer this spoke so clearly to my reality. Trying to find rhythms of rest and work, while often feeling like I am wasting time watching my daughter play (which I am not) or guilt that I need to take a rest (which I should do). It's tricky, and I am trying to slow down and enjoy my one wild and precious life without letting the sand go through the timer too fast, and opportunities slip through my busy hands.
Very much understood. It might be impossible to find the perfect balance, but at least considering these things helps to ensure that we do not weight our schedule too heavily one way or the other.