Take a moment to check in with yourself.

How rested do I actually feel right now?

Think beyond how many hours you slept last night. Consider your energy, your body, your ability to concentrate, and how you’ve been feeling throughout the day.

What has been getting in the way of the rest I need?

Is it your schedule? Trouble sleeping? Stress? Responsibilities? Staying up to reclaim a little time for yourself? Filling every open moment with something that needs to get done?

Where could I make a little more room for rest?

You don't have to overhaul your schedule. Look for one place where you can respond differently to what your body is asking for. Maybe that's going to bed earlier, actually taking your lunch break, leaving something until tomorrow, taking a recovery day, or giving yourself an hour with nothing you need to accomplish.

What would feeling more rested allow me to have more of in my life?

More energy? Patience? Focus? Movement? Presence? Enjoyment?

Let that answer remind you why rest deserves a place in your life.