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This should be taught in schools: Just physical rest isn't enough to avoid stress and burnout. If you sleep for 7+ hours, that's only 1/7 of your energy restored. According to Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, there are 7 types of rest we NEED 👇 1) Physical Rest: Quality sleep and activities like yoga or massage. 2) Mental Rest: Taking breaks to calm a busy mind. 3) Sensory Rest: Minimizing sensory overload. 4) Social Rest: Nurturing positive relationships. 5) Spiritual Rest: Discovering purpose and belonging. 6) Emotional Rest: Being genuine and open about emotions. 7) Creative Rest: Finding inspiration and fostering creativity. So next time, when planning your weekend, don't aim to sleep the whole day. Try to schedule time for each type of rest. And you will see how energetic and refreshed you will be afterward.