Normalising the abnormal

Hdoes not repeat itself. However, similar experiences are brought back because lessons were never picked up from those historical events. Creation is amazing because there are principles in life that were put in place as pillars and strongholds that can never be changed, no matter who you are they apply. The importance of covenant, purpose and principles to which when not adhered to dire consequences are always at play, whether or not there was knowledge of these or not. Now that is normal, however, abnormal is when we live our lives in complete ignorance of how much these impact on our lives and the lives of our future generation.

ISTORY APPLY

These pillars apply to religious and non-religious folks, Christian and non-Christian folks, the same way gravity applies to anyone. These pillars will never change. Even in the kingdom of God these are principles that form the core foundation of that kingdom. Perhaps what we then don’t understand is that these ancient structures still shape every aspect of our lives and that at the core of our being such pillars determine how far we can go and function in our purpose, our families and communities. And that is what is normal. Abnormal is when we act like these structures are inexistence. Samson in the Bible understood these.

Samson was betrayed by his lover Delilah, who, sent by the Philistines officials to entice him, ordered a servant to cut his hair while he was sleeping and turned him over to his Philistine enemies, who gouged out his eyes and forced him to grind grain in a mill at Gaza. While there, his hair began to grow again. When the Philistines took Samson into their temple of Dagon, Samson asked to rest against one of the support pillars. After being granted permission, he prayed to God and miraculously recovered his strength, allowing him to bring down the columns, collapsing the temple and killing himself as well as all of the Philistines.

He knew that even when his enemies had cut his hair, it would grow and he also knew that by holding pillars in their temple he would destroy his enemies.

RESTORATION

He knew this because as a Nazareth, he understood that his covenant with the Lord was unchanged by his actions. He also knew that the Lord would always answer a prayer for restoration of purpose, and his purpose was the destruction of the Philistines.

An old man told me one day, that when you cross the river on foot you step on water that you never step on again because your footsteps are washed away

sugary, salty, or fatty foods. Or you may not be hungry at all.

YOU MAKE MORE MISTAKES

It’s impossible for your work to be perfect all the time. But mental fatigue lessens your ability to catch and fix your mistakes quickly or at all. That can cause serious problems in certain jobs, such as ones where you use machines, drive a vehicle, or fly a plane.

YOU FEEL MORE PAIN

Everyone is different, which makes it hard to say how mental fatigue will affect your body. But you might get headaches, sore muscles, back pain, or stomach problems. If you have an ongoing illness, such as fibro-myalgia, you may hurt a little bit more than usual.

WAYS TO TREAT AND HANDLE BURNOUT AT WORK

Most people who are experiencing signs of exhaustion/burnout at work daydream about just packing up and leaving it all behind. However, leaving on a permanent vacation may not be feasible — and burnout doesn’t disappear overnight.

feelings:

Paying attention to feelings that arise and when they come up can help you manage resentment, frustration, and disillusionment before they turn into burnout.

If we feel like we have control over our time and resources by setting healthy boundaries, we’re less likely to feel fatigued and overwhelmed.

Examine your boundaries: outside

Having positive outlets can help you get through a stressful or frustrating time in your career.

Build relationships with colleagues:

Developing relationships at work gives you a sense of belonging, access to shared resources, and makes it easier to ask for help. by the flow of the water in the river. The truth is that we never really get back what we lost, we can heal through acceptance and pick up the lessons that we are supposed to acquire such as strength and find meaning in all circumstances. And that is normal, however, what is abnormal is when people think about a prayer for restoration like the one Samson prayed, they often imagine that the Lord will definitely action in a manner that is expected.

There are significant things that happen to us that we can never change, we can never go back in time to re-enact events and change the outcomes. So much so that when the Lord restores a situation he brings colour, restores purpose, puts back the broken pieces and creates a masterpiece from its original form through the principles that are already in place. Restoration is victory in another space, same purpose different direction and more authority and power.

He would still accomplish that which he created the person for but in another way. If we do not understand what restoration is in God’s perspectives, we act abnormal, out of character and expect the unexpected. We would think he should somehow resurrect those who have passed on, and bring back those who chose to leave us and those who deliberately reject us and

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SIGNIFICANT

Try to set — and stick to — a work schedule that allows you to handle other important priorities in your personal life in a way that feels balanced to you.

Keep work at work:

One of the key metrics of burnout is a sense of ineffectiveness. Try finishing a book, taking a workshop, completing a shorter project, or even cleaning out a junk drawer.

Look for a quick win: Share your a manager:

with The risk of burnout is often made or broken at the organisational level. Your leadership team can make a critical difference in how you experience your workplace and the support you have access to. You are likely not the only one experiencing challenges, and a cultural shift may need to take place.

Take care health:

Be sure to take the time for basic needs, like food, water, exercise, and time with others. If you’re working long hours, consider using a tracker to be sure you›re getting enough sleep.

When we put our to-do list ahead of our needs, it’s easy to slip into burnout. Make a habit of checking in with yourself.

Practice of concerns your physical mindfulness:

It’s hard to avoid mental exhaustion completely. But you can learn to switch on your body’s natural relaxation response. You can get a massage. Or you can try meditating, yoga, or something as simple as watching a funny movie. Reach out to friends, family, or a mental health professional if you need more support.

Find ways to relax: PREVENTING MENTAL EXHAUSTION

Mental exhaustion can happen to anyone, and it can’t always be avoided. That said, taking a few preemptive steps can help lower act towards us in a manner that is rather unpleasing, however, the Lord’s plan for restoration is never to restore purpose.

And his will is that we may heal through forgiveness and pick up his heart through those circumstances. Most importantly accept where we are and embrace purpose again. Most often than not we end up resenting him and blaming him for everything we go through. Yet there are often moments that we need to pray like Samson and request for restoration of purpose.

TIGHTEN

Every society is knitted by a strong bond of values and norms that were formed by historical foundations. It took generations to tighten those societal bonds such that one tear of the moral fabric of that society is felt by the entire populace by sending waves and waves of fear and uncertainty. For a second I closed my eyes when I opened them as if in a dream I found myself in a society that is torn apart by anxiety and again I realised that was not new, whenever the nation of Israel cried out to their God, when they had strayed away from their original purpose by violating their covenant and trampling on those guiding principles, calamity would hit them like a hail of stones. And whenever they cried to the Lord he would respond because they remembered their covenant with him, and he restored them to purpose through principles. Maybe we also need a reminder of what really matters, and what is really important and maybe we can stop normalising what is abnormal.

your chances of experiencing ongoing mental fatigue.

Take regular time off. Taking a short vacation, or even a single mental health day, can help you head off mental exhaustion when you start to feel depleted.

Make time for self-care. Building time into your weekly (or daily, if possible) routine for rest, exercise, and enjoyable activities can help you feel more prepared to handle the tougher challenges life throws your way.

Rest when you’re sick. Whether you’re dealing with mental or physical symptoms, allow yourself time to rest and regain your strength. Trying to power through without any downtime will generally only leave you feeling worse.

Stay connected to loved ones. Maybe you already know your loved ones can’t do anything to change your situation. Still, don’t forget the power of a compassionate listener. Simply talking through what’s on your mind can often help. It might even lead you to a solution of your own.

Know when to say no. Taking on more responsibilities when you’re already overwhelmed can offer a nonstop route to mental exhaustion. If you dislike the abruptness of ‘No’, you might try, ‘I can’t, maybe next time’, or ‘I’m not available to help at the moment’.

Untreated, mental exhaustion can have a major impact on mind and body wellness, and eventually, it can negatively affect your relationships with others and overall quality of life. Prioritising sleep, getting enough exercise, and employing relaxation techniques can all provide some relief. Professional support can also make a big difference in your symptoms. A therapist can offer more guidance on treatments for mental fatigue and resources to cope with stress, along with strategies to help prevent mental exhaustion in the future.