Hi friend,
Here’s 1 idea, 1 practice, and 1 question to create more expansive connections.
One idea to consider
Rest isn’t just about stopping. It’s about restoring. When we pause with intention, our bodies and minds recalibrate, making us more open, present, and connected. Research shows that deep rest improves empathy and patience—two of the most important ingredients for meaningful relationships. When we’re rested, we listen better, laugh easier, and love more fully.
One practice to try on
This week, choose one way to rest with someone else. That might mean taking a slow walk with a friend, watching the sunset in silence, or cooking a simple meal together without distractions. Or, simply sitting side by side or with your backs against each other. Notice how shared stillness feels different than being “busy together.” Sometimes the deepest intimacy comes not from doing, but from simply being.
One question to ask
“What’s one way you love to recharge that I could join you in?”
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