We live in a culture that glorifies hustle — busy schedules, full calendars, and running on fumes as a badge of honor.
But burnout isn’t a sign of strength. It’s a sign we’ve been carrying more than we were meant to.
God never designed us to run endlessly. From the very beginning, He built rest into creation itself.
On the seventh day, He rested — not because He was tired, but because the work was complete.
And He called that rest holy.
And on the seventh day God ended His
Rest isn’t laziness.
It’s worship.
It’s trust.
It’s saying, “God, I know You’re still working even when I’m not.”
Here are 7 kinds of rest your body, mind, and spirit might be craving right now ⬇️
🕊️ 1. Physical Rest —
Be still and recover
This is the most obvious kind — sleep, stillness, stretching, slowing.
When you rest your body, you’re saying, “Lord, I receive Your design.”
Try magnesium soaks, deep breathing, or just lying in the grass for ten minutes.
Sometimes, healing begins when you stop doing.
“Come to Me, all you who labor and are
đź’ 2. Mental Rest —
Quiet the noise
Our minds rarely stop running. But mental rest invites us to pause the processing.
Turn off the constant stream of news, lists, and worries.
Let your thoughts breathe.
Journaling, silence, and gratitude practices can help you renew your mind.
“Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind.” — Romans 12:2
🤍 3. Emotional Rest —
Lay your burdens down
Emotional rest is when you stop holding it all together.
You let the tears fall. You stop explaining. You let God comfort you.
It’s allowing your nervous system to exhale after holding so much for so long.
Essential oils like Frankincense, Ylang Ylang, or Bergamot can help support that emotional release.
“The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spiri.” — Psalm 34:18
🪞 4. Spiritual Rest —
Resting in His Presence
This isn’t about checking a devotion off your list. It’s about being with God, not performing for Him.
Worship, Scripture reading, or simply sitting in silence with Him counts as holy rest.
When you stop striving to prove your worth, you start to feel your belovedness.
“In returning and rest you shall be saved; in quietness and confidence shall be your strength.” — Isaiah 30:15
🕯️ 5. Sensory Rest —
Reduce the overwhelm
Our world is loud — lights, phones, clutter, and constant alerts.
Sensory rest means dimming the noise so your nervous system can find peace again.
Try candlelight dinners, quiet music, or a day without screens.
Peace often lives in simplicity.
“Be still before the Lord and wait patiently for Him.” — Psalm 37:7
🌿 6. Social Rest —
Replenish, don’t perform
Some people drain us. Others restore us. Social rest means choosing connection that fills your soul, not depletes it.
It’s okay to step back and let God recalibrate your circle.
Rest sometimes looks like solitude. Other times, it’s time with people who see you clearly.
“As iron sharpens iron, so one person sharpens another.” — Proverbs 27:17
🎨 7. Creative Rest —
Make space for wonder
Creative rest happens when you stop forcing output and start receiving inspiration again.
Play. Garden. Paint. Cook something beautiful.
You are made in the image of a Creator — creating is worship.
“He has made everything beautiful in its time.” — Ecclesiastes 3:11
🌤️ A Closing Thought
Rest isn’t optional. It’s sacred.
It’s where your body heals, your mind resets, and your spirit reconnects with the One who restores all things.
So if you’ve been feeling burnt out or weary — this is your permission slip to slow down.
To breathe deeply.
To let go of what you were never meant to carry.
Because the same God who created the sun to set also created you to rest.
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đź’« Reflection Questions
- Which type of rest do I resist the most — and why?
- What rhythms or habits could I add to invite more true rest into my week?
- How might rest become an act of worship, not guilt?
- How are you anointing your mind spirit and body for Good rest?
- What oils are you using for rest of all areas of life ?
