After experiencing burnout, I realized I needed to include more rest in my daily routine.
I was constantly pushing, doing, and hustling—with no space to recharge. My schedule was full, but my spirit was running on empty.
💡 I didn’t just need a new planner—I needed a new pace.
Why I Needed to Include More Rest
I used to wear busyness like a badge of honor.
If I had free time, I felt like I wasn’t doing enough. But that mindset left me drained, disconnected, and always behind.
✔ I scheduled every minute of my day
✔ I ignored signs of exhaustion
✔ I felt guilty for taking breaks
💡 Eventually, I realized: You can’t create a balanced life without choosing to include more rest.
How I Rebuilt My Routine to Include More Rest (Without Falling Behind)
Instead of cramming more into my day, I focused on subtracting what didn’t serve me. I simplified my schedule and intentionally made rest part of the routine—not just a reward after exhaustion.
🔹 What I Changed:
✅ I added 30-minute buffer zones between tasks to slow down
✅ I created a consistent bedtime and morning wind-down ritual
✅ I stopped multitasking and embraced slow, single-task focus
🚀 The result? I felt more grounded, more present, and even more productive—even though I was technically doing less.
My Rest Routine: Morning, Midday, and Night
💡 Rest isn’t just about sleep—it’s about giving your body and mind a chance to reset throughout the day.
✔ Morning: I wake up slowly, stretch or journal before checking my phone
✔ Midday: I take a quiet lunch break—with no screens or multitasking
✔ Night: I unplug from work, light a candle, and give myself full permission to wind down
These small pauses became sacred—and they changed the way I show up for life.
Why Rest Is Productive
If you’ve been taught to feel guilty for resting, I want you to know this:
Rest is not laziness—it’s leadership. It’s longevity. It’s love.
✔ You don’t have to earn your rest
✔ You don’t have to explain your rest
✔ You don’t have to feel guilty for choosing peace over pressure
💡 Rebuilding your routine to include more rest is one of the most powerful things you can do for your well-being.
What’s Next: How I Set Boundaries Without Feeling Guilty
In my next post, I’ll share the one small habit that helped me stay consistent and calm—no matter how busy life got.
📢 Have you ever had to rebuild your routine after burnout? What helped you include more rest in your day?
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