people say “休息是为了走更长远的路”, through resting, we can rejunvenate ourselves and prepare for a longer and tougher journey ahead… but i’ll say “休息是为了不想再走路”. too many of us exploited the previous saying when they are taking a break from work. its just an excuse for people to feel guilt-free when they are skiving…

we take breaks because we are tired, and do not wish to carry on anymore. at the last moment before taking our break, how many of us actually have a plan for what they are going to go afterwards? i doubt many.. wats on our mind are full of how are we going to enjoy during the break. so, how are we preparing ourselves for “the longer journey” when we dont have a plan?

taking a 15 min break during every hour of work and constantly reminding ourselves that we are preparing for the road ahead is self-deceiving… we take breaks because our mind needs a rest, our body needs a rest, we dont want to do the work anymore etc…

休息是因为不想再走路 – huat