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In the relentless whirlwind of our modern lives, where the cacophony of responsibilities and obligations often drowns out the soothing symphony of stillness, the concept of rest has become a precious rarity. It’s in these moments of respite that we rediscover our inner strength, replenish our energy, and reconnect with the essence of our being. To celebrate and embrace the art of rest, we have compiled a treasure trove of rest quotes from the wisdom of philosophers, poets, and thinkers throughout history. Join us on a journey to unlock the profound insights and timeless wisdom encapsulated in these quotes, as we explore the restful oasis they offer in the midst of life’s bustling desert. So, pause, take a deep breath, and let these restful words guide you to a place of tranquility and rejuvenation.
Ralph Marston
“Rest when you’re weary. Refresh and renew yourself, your body, your mind, your spirit. Then get back to work.”
William Wordsworth
“Rest and be thankful.”
Augustine of Hippo
“Thou hast made us for thyself, O Lord, and our heart is restless until it finds its rest in thee.”
― Augustine of Hippo, Confessions
Teresa of Avila
“Love turns work into rest.”
Alan Cohen
“There is virtue in work and there is virtue in rest. Use both and overlook neither.”
Stephen King
“A change is as good as a rest.”
― Stephen King, Hearts in Atlantis
May Sarton
“The most valuable thing we can do for the psyche, occasionally, is to let it rest, wander, live in the changing light of room, not try to be or do anything whatever.”
Toba Beta
“Everything needs a break.”
― Toba Beta, Master of Stupidity
Akiroq Brost
“As important as it is to have a plan for doing work, it is perhaps more important to have a plan for rest, relaxation, self-care, and sleep.”
Hippocrates
“When sleep puts an end to delirium, it is a good symptom.”
― Hippocrates, The Aphorisms of Hippocrates
Curtis Tyrone Jones
“Just because you take breaks doesn’t mean you’re broken.”
Aristotle Onassis
“We must free ourselves of the hope that the sea will ever rest. We must learn to sail in high winds.”
Epictetus
“Make the best use of what is in your power, and take the rest as it happens.”
Amita Parikh
“If you have a setback, you rest. Then one day, probably sooner than you think, you wake up, ready to try again.”
― Amita Parikh, The Circus Train