Episode # 71 Burned out? Stressed out? Just Pause!

Burn out. What causes it?  A lot of things... am I right!?  Sometimes it's saying yes to EVERYTHING! Sometimes it's not giving yourself enough grace, and taking yourself WAY too seriously.  Sometimes it's because life is in motion and you can't get off the ride, no matter how fast you are going.    I think if you are experiencing burnout or are feeling completely and utterly overwhelmed, then this word of encouragement is for YOU!! YES, YOU, my friend!   Recently, I took sometime off from the BE ENCOURAGED Podcast. I didn't want to but I knew that it was something that I had to do or I was going to be coming a part at the seams. I couldn't give more of me. I really needed to focus on what was in front of me at the moment.  Although I LOVE this podcast, I knew I needed to JUST PAUSE!  In the pause, I learned a few things, like:  1. Pausing does not mean you stop growing.   2. Pause because we all need a break! Even if it's 1 hour of peace and quiet! We all need that time to veg out, laugh, cry it out, and most importantly quiet ourselves to hear God's voice!  3. Pushing the pause button, allows you to gain a refreshed and new perspective. Maybe you take yourself too seriously, like I did! Remember that you are supposed to have FUN doing the things that you get to do!   4. "You can't pour from an empty cup." (that quote reminds me of that reel on Instagram) But it's true! Who's pouring encouragement and affirming words into you? What do you need to do to fill up your cup? Read the word? Walk and talk with a friend?   5. Ask yourself what you are fixing your eyes on, that's got you SO burned out? Trying to do it all by yourself? Are you asking for help? Are you focused on your strength or God's abundant strength?   Bible Verses to reference:  Phillipians 3:13 Phillipians 4:11 I hope these words were a stepping stone of encouragement for you today! Don't forget to subscribe so you can listen to a ton more of inspiring and encouraging content!   Onward,   Jackie