Are you constantly worrying about the future? Do you have anxiety and depression? Do you feel guilty whenever you try to relax?

If you have a tough time resting or if you deal with Rest Guilt, don’t worry. Our friends at Psych Central have provided some tips on how to enjoy your relaxation time without feeling guilt. 

STAY IN THE PRESENT MOMENT 

TRY TO STAY FOCUSED ON WORK WHILE YOU’RE WORKING, SO THAT WHEN YOU GET A CHANCE TO RELAX, YOU CAN SIMPLY FOCUS ON THAT. CONSIDER MINDFULNESS MEDITATION.  

MAKE A TO-DO LIST

STAYING ORGANIZED AND CROSSING THINGS OFF YOUR LIST CAN HELP YOU FEEL LIKE YOU EARNED A BREAK. 

KNOW THAT YOU WILL NEVER COMPLETE THAT TO-DO LIST

ALTHOUGH IT’S HEALTHY TO ASPIRE TO COMPLETE THAT LIST, TRY TO BE OK WITH NOT ALWAYS FINISHING EVERYTHING ON YOUR LIST. DON’T LET IT HAUNT YOU WHILE YOU’RE TRYING TO RELAX. YOU CAN BETTER LEARN TO COPE WITH AN INCOMPLETE TO-DO LIST BY GIVING YOURSELF SOME GRACE AND PRACTICING SELF-COMPASSION. 

REMEMBER THE BENEFITS OF REST

YOUR BRAIN NEEDS TO TAKE A BREAK IN ORDER TO FUNCTION AT ITS BEST. GIVING YOUR BRAIN A BREAK IS IMPORTANT FOR FOCUS AND ALLOWS YOUR BRAIN TO “RESET” ITSELF. 

LIMIT SOCIAL MEDIA USE

SOCIAL MEDIA CAN WASTE ENORMOUS AMOUNTS OF TIME. STAY MINDFUL OF HOW YOU ARE SPENDING YOUR TIME ONLINE.