One meditation practice suggests taking a designated time for rest—free from your phone, work, or any other distractions. This is your personal time, meant to disconnect from worries about work or household chores.
It begins with short daily meditations and gradually builds to dedicating an afternoon each week or even a half-day each month to simply rest and recharge.
But it got me thinking—how many of us actually have the luxury to truly rest, to quiet our minds and not "do" something for a set period? In reality, our lives are overflowing with responsibilities. Even if you try to sit still for a moment, your mind often races with an endless to-do list, household tasks, past memories, or future plans.
Whenever I hear the phrase "self-care," I think about mothers who are full-time caregivers, especially those raising children with special needs. For them, even basic self-care like taking a shower or eating a meal in peace can feel like a luxury. They’re constantly on high alert, watching for potential accidents. For some, the challenges are even greater -destructive behaviors in children, adding to an already overwhelming level of stress. It’s a heavy burden, and the idea of setting aside time for rest might seem impossible for many.
The concept of rest or self care isn’t easy to achieve, but we all find our “Pause” may be a quiet cup of tea, or payers or simple mindful breath. I know couple of mothers in Desi moms Network who wake up too early in the morning to have that quiet time.
Rest isn’t one-size-fits-all, and for caregivers it might look different. But understanding one’s need and acknowledging it is important. That is a first step in reclaiming your life.
What is your pause?
A silk saree - Monday blues turned into fun. Got ready in record time and was in the car by 6 AM. This was my way of “resting”.
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