Intentional is defined as deliberate or done with purpose. One of the hosts of a podcast that I listen to, chose that as a word for this year. She wanted to be more Intentional. She was referring to how she used her time each day.
That sounded like an excellent idea to me. I need to make better use of my time. So I have been trying to spend my time more purposefully. I have been doing pretty good at it to. I've watched less TV. I've study the scriptures more. I am sewing more.
But this weekend I was not intentional with my time. This weekend was basically a weekend of letting the wind blow me in any old direction. I sewed a little, not much. I folded some laundry but still have 2 loads to fold. And I watched quite a bit of tv. I got an eye checkup and ordered new glasses. We went shopping for some farm/animal stuff. And you know what? It was awesome.
We can get so wound up being productive that we forget to take some down time. Down time can be intentional as well. I spent all of Saturday with my husband. I spent most of Sunday recharging. Even on a little sleep I was in better shape today than I was a week ago.
We need to remember that our bodies, minds and spirits need a rest. A little whimsy and a little carefree time is rejuvenating. Here's to taking intentional breaks. And maybe some not so intentional ones.
How are you at working in some down time?
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