From Edie: Feeling overwhelmed as a writer? Discover what biblical rest really means and how Jesus’ invitation in Matthew 11:28 can help you reset, recharge, and overcome creative burnout.
What Does Rest Mean for Writers? A Biblical Guide to Overcoming Burnout
by Tim Suddeth @TimSuddeth
Recently, I was on the treadmill in the gym warming up. (I know. I shouldn’t talk about going to the gym. But when it comes to the gym, and if you’ve ever met me, you know. My body type is definitely a tell me, not a show me bod.) I was doing fine for the first few minutes, then I cranked it up. My lungs gasped, “No mas.” They weren’t ready for the challenge.
Don’t we often feel the same way in our lives? Like someone has cranked it up and left it there for us to hang on to? It happens in all our lives, whether it’s at work, with your kids, or if you have caregiving responsibilities. It’s like you’re trying your best to just make it through, but everything else is in hyper-speed.
