Busy bee Quote by Laura Ingalls Wilder
““Vices are simply overworked virtues, anyway. Economy and frugality are to be commended but follow them on in an increasing ratio and what do we find at the other end? A miser! If we overdo the using of spare moments we may find an invalid at the end, while perhaps if we allowed ourselves more idle time we would conserve our nervous strength and health to more than the value the work we could accomplish by emulating at all times the little busy bee. I once knew a woman, not very strong, who to the wonder of her friends went through a time of extraordinary hard work without any ill effects. I asked her for her secret and she told me that she was able to keep her health, under the strain, because she took 20 minutes, of each day in which to absolutely relax both mind and body. She did not even “set and think.” She lay at full length, every muscle and nerve relaxed and her mind as quiet as her body. This always relieved the strain and renewed her strength.””
About This Quote
Excessive activity leads to burnout; intentional rest restores health and vigor.
In simple terms: Too much work harms health; regular relaxation helps.
Key Takeaway
Schedule daily relaxation to maintain health.
Themes
health
balance
productivity
Mood
calm
thoughtful
Type
practical
inspirational
When to use this quote
- workplace
- personal health
- daily routines
Key Concepts
rest
mindfulness
self‑care
Questions to Reflect On
- How much rest is optimal for you?
- What simple relaxation technique works best?
A Different Perspective
Too much relaxation may reduce productivity.
