It’s summer so what better topic than recreation? Perhaps I can help you see the idea of
recreation in a fresh way as I recently have myself.
I recently came across the fact that the word “recreate”
literally is a combination of “re” and “create.” This got me to thinking and I’ve come to the
realization that true recreation is going to be something that gives me new
life, energy, and encouragement.
Recreation should refresh, enliven and re-create me into a better
version of myself. These qualities are
what make recreation different from entertainment or socializing (at least for
introverts like me). There’s even this
idea of working from rest rather than resting from work… holy Toledo!
For me, what this means practically is that
- Recreation is something I need to help me keep positive and sane.
- Recreation could very well look like taking a nap if that’s what I need.
- There’s much more for a recovering workaholic like me to learn if I’m going to take care of myself to keep at this world change thing for years to come.
My baby step and one I’d invite you to take as
well: Find 3 times this week to
recreate. Whether it be for 1 hour each
or 3 hours each. Let’s get out and enjoy
the summer in Chicago or take a nap, whichever we need most.
Re-create yourself. Change
the world.
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