When working towards your goal, it can be overwhelming. It’s a lot to take in, considering other responsibilities in your life. Some people have the luxury of dedicating all of their time towards their dream, but there are others who have to make it happen after hours.
You may hear of some people who claim they’re working hard, doing it 24/7. They’re hustling morning, noon, and night. They portray a lifestyle where they never stop grinding. That’s fine, but at some point, you have to stop for a minute and breathe.
Don’t think you won’t achieve your goal just because you take some time for yourself. In fact, that’s the only way you can power forward. When you allow your mind and body to rest, you perform better. Your mind can develop new ideas and your body can physically function better on another level.
It’s good to give yourself a rest. Notice, I said rest, not quit. Let’s not confuse the two. You can rest and take a vacation or even just take an evening off. It becomes an issue when you rest and then you never get back to work. That’s just quitting in slow motion.
No one knows how long it will take to reach your goal. No matter what happens, continue to move forward. You’re not giving up. You need to breathe – we all need to breathe. Take the opportunity to rest and come back stronger. Make it a part of your plan. Wearing yourself down doesn’t help anything.
When you feel worn out, take a break. It’s okay to have some downtime. Just make sure you get back on track and finish strong. Breathe and go.