Certain authors were just hard chargers. “Do more! Work harder! Then work even harder!” They screamed at us like coaches with whistles around their necks.

Other authors (like Elizabeth Gilbert pg.11) were different though. They were saying, “Stop. Slow down. Relax. Enjoy Life. Notice your kids. Love your work. Invest in Relationships. Stop being unhealthy. Chill out. Take a vacation. Smile. Engage in a healthy way. Listen to your body. Listen to those around you. Listen to those who love you. When is enough enough?”

I guess we need both of these people in our lives but right now I need the coach who takes the whistle off and says, “Good job this year. I’ll see you in two weeks.”

This holiday be sure to give yourself permission to rest.

Photo Credit: Robert Voors