"Rest is not idleness, and to lie sometimes on the grass under trees on a summer's day, listening to the murmur of the water, or watching the clouds float across the sky, is by no means a waste of time."
~ John Lubbock
Happy first day of summer - or winter, if this is reaching you in the Southern Hemisphere.
While today's quote is set in summer, the message can apply to all seasons.
How often are you "idle" in a completely restful way in which you are actively
noticing and appreciating beauty? When are you truly "at ease"?
Resting under a tree, listening to a brook babbling or ocean waves breaking, watching clouds, listening to the hum of nature - such experiences nurture our sense of wonder and gift of reverence. They foster well-being and help us heal too.
In some way, let's elevate our regard for rest today by experiencing it. Let's also watch for what we gain by being fully present.
Looking forward to this,
Charlene
PS - I'd love to hear from you about this.
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