LABOR DAY WEEKEND AND THE IMPORTANCE OF REST
Hello everyone! I don’t know about you, but I can’t believe another summer is coming to an end. It’s the beginning of Labor Day Weekend and #FACTUAL FRIDAY. So, today we’re going to discuss the importance of taking time off with 10 GREAT REASONS to GET SOME REST over the Holiday.
Although it may sound contradictory, Labor Day is not a day of work. Historically, it’s a day to relax and celebrate the labors of all American workers.
Specifically, this holiday was organized to support a variety of labor issues. It began on the East coast with a pivotal event in New York City on September 5, 1882. This event featured a huge picnic, which was attended by 10,000 laborers, including carpenters, bricklayers, jewelers and workers from every occupation AND their families.
Of course, it was a great success and the tradition continues today with more picnics, barbeques, parades and celebrations marking this holiday weekend throughout the United States.
And, taking time off from our labors – and allowing ourselves to have fun, rest and relax is one of the best things we can do for our overall Health and Wellness.
So, while you relax this weekend, here are 10 GREAT BENEFITS OF REST you can look forward to:
- Health for our heart as it lowers our heart rate and gives our heart a rest.
- Reduced muscle tension.
- Increased mental clarity and concentration.
- Improved physical efficiency.
- Reduced blood pressure.
- Increased energy.
- Fewer headaches.
- Improved immunity from illness and disease.
- Decreased stress as the level of our stress hormone cortisol drops.
- Improved sleep patterns.
And, all this we get from doing practically nothing 🙂 It really is true. Sometimes less is more.
So, have a wonderful weekend. Spend time with friends and family. Enjoy the last languid days of summer. And, make sure to get some rest!
Thanks for joining me again everyone. Until next time — HAPPY LABOR DAY, stay in GOOD HEALTH and . . .
TAKE THE COURSE AND TAKE CHARGE!!
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