You may have noticed a lag in my posting.  I've been grabbing some much needed rest.  Which brings me to a point that I think is rarely made in today's fast-paced world:  Rest.

Why push it when you're exhausted?  Wouldn't it make better sense to take some time and rest?  You would probably find that you would be more productive if you took the time to rest up and then started again.

When we look at behavioral patterns in those with chronic fatigue we often see a history of the person ignoring their own need for rest.  This may be out of a sense of obligation to work or loved ones.

I treat many caregivers for Chronic Fatigue and it is almost universal amongst that community. I call it "Self-less Destruction."  They literally let their own health be destroyed while caring for others.  Caregivers you don't need to martyr yourself to show someone that you care. Y ou can have it all, their needs met and your needs met.

The thing that most of them fail to realize is that they probably give so much more if they took a second for themselves to get full rested before going back to it!

If you are struggling with Chronic Fatigue, please take a good look at how much rest you're getting.  When you're tired, rest.  You'll find your work will be more productive and you'll be better able to do the things you want want and need to do.