Permission to rest!
- Tina Crowley

- Aug 1
- 2 min read
Updated: Aug 3
Permission to rest!
Do you feel guilty when you rest, like you should be doing something? Society today has us believing that rest is for the weak, fact is you will become weak if you don't rest!
Here are some benefits to resting.
The Sacred Power of Rest
In a world that often praises hustle and constant productivity, rest can feel like a luxury — or even a weakness. But rest is not laziness. It’s a sacred act of healing, of reconnecting, and of returning home to yourself.
Rest is a gift. One that your body, mind, and soul deeply crave.
Physical Healing Through Rest
When you rest, your body isn’t doing “nothing.” It’s repairing, recharging, and realigning. Your energy stores are replenished. Your immune system strengthens. Your nervous system settles. Even inflammation can ease when you give yourself permission to simply slow down.
This is especially important for those of us working with energy, spirit, or others — we must be well ourselves to hold space for others.
Rest Brings Mental & Emotional Balance
A rested mind is a clear mind. Without proper rest, we become overwhelmed, snappy, anxious, and foggy. But when we give ourselves space to pause — even just for a few minutes — our thoughts soften, our perspective clears, and peace begins to return.
Have you ever noticed how your creativity flows more freely after a good night’s sleep or a quiet walk in nature? That’s not a coincidence — that’s rest doing its sacred work.
The Spiritual Gifts of Rest
True rest invites stillness — and in stillness, your soul speaks.
When you rest, you open yourself up to your higher self, to divine guidance, and to the loving support of your spirit guides. You become more in tune with your intuition and more receptive to signs, synchronicity, and soul whispers.
Rest is a spiritual reset. It clears the static so you can hear your truth again.
Give Yourself Permission to Rest
Whether it’s five minutes of deep breathing, an afternoon nap, or a whole day of unplugging — your rest is not selfish. It’s sacred.
So, the next time you feel tired, don’t push through. Pause. Breathe. Lie down. Light a candle. Be still. That’s where healing happens. That’s where alignment begins.
You deserve that.
Now go put your feet up!
Love & light
Tina








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