EPISODE · Mar 13, 2026 · 9 MIN
Episode 65: Sabbath Mindset
from Happiness through Creating · host Brian Barlow
Why is it so hard for us to rest?In this episode of Happiness Through Creating, we explore the philosophy and spirituality of the Sabbath—the ancient idea that rest is not the opposite of creation, but an essential part of it.Drawing on insights from thinkers like Abraham Joshua Heschel, Aristotle, Josef Pieper, and Augustine of Hippo, we explore why true leisure is foundational to culture, creativity, and happiness.Across Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions, sacred pauses remind us that identity is more than productivity. Rest becomes a rhythm that restores clarity, creativity, and joy.Sometimes the most powerful thing we can create isn’t more work.It’s space.You can learn even more by following on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/briancbarlow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briancbarlow/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briancbarlow/ Website: https://www.creatorsopposition.com/
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Why is it so hard for us to rest?In this episode of Happiness Through Creating, we explore the philosophy and spirituality of the Sabbath—the ancient idea that rest is not the opposite of creation, but an essential part of it.Drawing on insights from thinkers like Abraham Joshua Heschel, Aristotle, Josef Pieper, and Augustine of Hippo, we explore why true leisure is foundational to culture, creativity, and happiness.Across Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions, sacred pauses remind us that identity is more than productivity. Rest becomes a rhythm that restores clarity, creativity, and joy.Sometimes the most powerful thing we can create isn’t more work.It’s space.You can learn even more by following on: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/briancbarlow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/briancbarlow/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/briancbarlow/ Website: https://www.creatorsopposition.com/
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