Rest and Action: Finding Balance in Summertime

Doing something small and enjoyable, such as putting on the tea kettle, is one way to overcome inertia. Biba Kayewich

Isaac Newton’s Laws of Motion state in part that an object at rest remains at rest, and an object in motion remains in motion. While not exactly what Newton had in mind, these are good reminders when it comes to our own productivity as well—especially in the summer season.

Summertime calls us to sleep in, choose more play and less work, give in to the occasional afternoon nap, and relish a less busy season. It’s pretty great.