Parish Nurse: Rest and Relaxation

Posted by Jean Peikert, RN on January 26, 2023

Why are rest and relaxation such hard work?

There are many different reasons why we often don't seem to be able to balance our work and rest in our lives. I think that sometimes our human condition seems more aligned with chaos than balance. I am no exception to this concept. For many of us, if we are not working, we may feel we are wasting time and energy. I also think our culture seems to value productivity.

Ways to work rest and relaxation into our lives:

  • Practice deep breathing several times a day.
  • Take a minute vacation by imagining you are in a favorite place.
  • Make time each day for a walk inside or outside.
  • Practice some form of exercise each day.

Jean's tip for a successful marriage:
"Don't ask your wife what time dinner is when she is out shoveling the driveway."

 

About the Author

Jean Peikert, RN

I function as a part of the pastoral ministry team serving the congregation and the community by bringing an approach of wellness, wholeness and prevention.  

This includes blood pressure screening at church and in the community; visits to homes, hospitals and nursing homes; and the distribution of communion to people unable to attend church. Follow-up visits are also done after hospitalizations for people who need an advocate and for people with terminal illnesses.

Education is also a part of the ministry. CPR classes are periodically available, articles of health care issues in Faith communications and handouts are available in the Parish Nurse Office.

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