Sometimes life is crazy. It just is. No matter how much I implement rest into my schedule, no matter how carefully I plan, my job has intense seasons, and sometimes, it's not always possible to get as much rest as I would like.

Have you ever noticed that social media can be a bit of a double-edged sword? We can find connection, encouragement, and even some laughs when we need it. If we aren't careful, though, it can distract us, steal our focus, and negatively affect our mental health.

I recently had some time off work. One of the best things about it was not being chained to my phone for a week. I finished work, went on leave, and turned all my notifications off.