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An Introduction to Rest

By FindCenter — 2022

Some people harbor the illusion that rest is a luxury they do not have time for, but the reality is that rest is a necessity. The fast pace of modern living can cause people to think they must always be working on one task or another to remain a productive member of society, but the truth is that unless we get enough rest, our productivity suffers. So does our health—physically, mentally, and emotionally. A strong work ethic is indeed an admirable quality, but too much work without any rest or relaxation can diminish the quality of the work we perform and leave us feeling drained, compromising our best efforts.

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First and Only: A Black Woman’s Guide to Thriving at Work and in Life

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Racism at Work: The Danger of Indifference

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The Strong Black Woman: How a Myth Endangers the Physical and Mental Health of Black Women (African American Studies)

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A Burst of Light and Other Essays

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Clean Pain Dirty Pain, Resmaa Menakem’s 5 Steps

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Lama Rod Owens: The Principles of Resiliency and Self-Preservation for People of Color

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Emotional and Mental Health