Mahek Manavtani

SR No.: 032284
Original Sutra Author: N/A
Author: Kumarpal Desai
Publisher: Jaibhikkhu Sahitya Trust
Publication Year: 1997
Total Pages: 58
Language: Gujarati
Classification: Book_Gujarati
File Size: 7 MB

Page 52

Closed for repairs
Periods
of rest and sleep are absolutely essential for the maintenance of sound physical health. About one-third of our natural lives are spent in bed, yet it is surprising to learn that most people have not learned the art of restful sleeping.
Sleep is a necessity. It is a time when you should be completely "closed for repairs", for that is the purpose of sleep. It is the time when you submit yourself completely to Nature, when you lay the body down in her garage, so that she can go to work on it and repair the damage inflicted upon it during the day. It is a time when every organ of your body is recharged with life and made ready for your next day's work.
It is important that we co-operate with Nature in her recreating process. Our mental attitude has everything in the world to do with this. When we hang up our clothes at night, with them we should hang up every single business thought, trouble, anxiety, problem. The bed is no place to bring your business or your problems.
As an aid to relaxation, many people bathe before going to bed. Whether you bathe the body before retiring or not, be sure to take a mental bath. Wash out of the mind all unpleasant, disagreeable, unhappy thoughts. If you want to keep young, keep the mind fresh, pure and clean with cheerful thoughts just before dropping off to sleep.
The reading of inspirational works, motivational books, self-improvement courses, also contribute to the rest and refreshment of your mind. This sort of mental refreshment will make you feel renewed, more interested in life.
- Jack Mayer
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