Have a go at this practice maybe once a day, it is desgned so we stop and gently unwind and make choices about how we go about things.
Things to consider
Because we usually don’t stop when we are OK, we can be aware of tension, exhaustion and discomfort when we do. We can also find that when we stop, we end up falling asleep and this can cause other problems.
Play around with difererent times of day and once you have got the hang of the stopping, dropping, rising up and realigning movement, you can do this without the track, perhaps in moments, perhaps when you are cooking, in the supermarket, waiting at the school gates.
Discover Rest Through Journaling
Learning how to rest can be eye-opening and transformative. Writing in a journal can be a helpful companion on this journey.
Journaling gives you a safe place to think about your progress, insights, and challenges as you explore rest. It not only gives you a record of your journey but also helps you understand your thoughts, feelings, and physical reactions to what you're learning.
Through journaling, you can see how your connection to rest changes over time. You can figure out which methods work best for you and spot any obstacles that come up. By honestly and mindfully exploring your experiences, you can become more aware of how these practices affect your overall well-being.
With each journal entry, you may learn important things about your needs, habits, and views on rest.
Possible jounalling prompts:
It can reallly help to keep a log of when we practice- time of day, day etc and also where we are.
Reflecting on how we are at other times is also useful. For example many people find that having a rest midday means they can do more in the evening.
Reflecting on why rest is hard to fit in can show up how we are managing our days/weeks and may point to the need to manage schedules, commitments and what we want to prioritise.