Types of Rest : Recover Like a High Performer
17 Types of Rest : Recover Like a High Performer
Burnout is not your fault.
But it's your responsibility to fix it.
Ignoring this almost cost me my career. 🚨
I wore burnout like a badge of honor.
Until it wore me out beyond repair.
Dr. Dalton-Smith's work offers us a way out.
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Rest beyond sleep
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Recharge your mind
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Refuel your purpose
Here are the 7 types of rest we need to thrive:
1/ Mental Rest: Calming Our Busy Minds
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Clear stress to restore focus
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Meditate for 10 minutes
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Do a brain dump on paper
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Set "worry time" to address concerns
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Practice breathing exercises (4 in, 4 out)
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Take a nature walk without your phone
2/ Physical Rest: Restoring Our Bodies
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Release physical tension
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Get a massage
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Take a relaxing bath
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Sleep 7-9 hours each night
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Release tension with gentle yoga
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Take a 20-minute recovery nap
3/ Sensory Rest: Reducing Sensory Overload
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Reset your nervous system
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Dim the lights
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Sit in a quiet space at home
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Turn off all notifications for the day
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Try a digital detox for a few hours
4/ Social Rest: Nurturing Our Relationships
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Choose your social circle wisely
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Have quality time with family
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Meet a friend who energizes you
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Set boundaries on weekend work calls
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Say no to draining social obligations
5/ Creative Rest: Embracing Our Imagination
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Find your creative joy
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Try a new hobby
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Cook a new recipe
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Visit an art gallery or museum
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Spend time in nature for fresh ideas
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Listen to inspiring podcasts
6/ Emotional Rest: Regulating Our Emotions
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Process and release emotional stress
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Journal your thoughts
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Set healthy boundaries with others
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Share your feelings with someone you trust
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Let go of work stress through action
7/ Spiritual Rest: Finding Our Purpose
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Refresh your 'why' and values
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Help someone in need
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Reflect on your values and purpose
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Write down 3 things you're grateful for
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Connect with a community that shares your belief
By the way,
Burnout is contagious.
Fix it before it causes any more serious damage.
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P.S. What's your favorite health advice?
Source : Dr. Miro Bada

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