The Philosophy of Rest - Ella Adelia Fletcher - Bog

The Philosophy of Rest is a book written by Ella Adelia Fletcher that explores the importance of rest and its impact on our physical, mental, and emotional well-being. In this book, Fletcher argues that rest is not just a luxury, but a necessity for a healthy and fulfilling life. She delves into the various forms of rest, including physical rest, mental rest, and spiritual rest, and provides practical tips and advice on how to incorporate rest into our daily lives. The book also examines the cultural and societal factors that contribute to the devaluation of rest and the glorification of busyness. The Philosophy of Rest is a thought-provoking and insightful read that challenges readers to rethink their relationship with rest and prioritize self-care.1900. The pace at which men and women are living their lives has steadily increased till it has become the maddest race of emulation and ambition that the world has ever witnessed. We dissipate our energies by the number and variety of our interests. Life has grown too complex; and the vice of the age, an insidious menace to health and longevity, is materialism. Contents: The Unrest of Our Day; The Cultivation of Soul Force; The Ministrations of Nature and Silence; To Conserve Force.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.