Mini-Vacations are Good for You!

From the beginning, God designated
the seventh day as a day of rest.
He set aside one day each week
to give joy to your soul
and refreshing to your body.
Your brain –
the computer system that runs
your physical and mental life –
needs 'down time' to avoid overload.

Many of the physical problems
we experience are caused by stress.
You are pressured by work,
family needs, over-full schedules.
Vegging in front of the television –
absorbing more negative input
from the shows you watch –
only adds to your mental and emotional strain.
That's especially true if your mind
keeps running its own commercials of
'what am I going to do about …?'

Wisdom tells you to get moving,
eat healthy, rest and create peace in your life.
Say no to some of the demands
that others try to place on you.
Say yes one day each week (or more!)
to step outside your routine and do something fun.
Explore your world.
Take mini-breaks throughout your day,
and a mini-vacation each week.

Go do something fun for yourself.
Try something new.
Change the patterns of your life
to include more 'down-time'.
You'll be healthier and happier.
And you'll be more productive!

Remember ... life is a journey.
Make the time to travel first class.