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Fear Quote by Matthew Sleeth

“The bow cannot be always bent without fear of breaking. Repose is as needful to the mind as sleep to the body. . . . Rest time is not waste time. It is economy to gather fresh strength. . . . It is wisdom to take occasional furlough. In the long run, we shall do more by sometimes doing less…” quote by Matthew Sleeth
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““The bow cannot be always bent without fear of breaking. Repose is as needful to the mind as sleep to the body. . . . Rest time is not waste time. It is economy to gather fresh strength. . . . It is wisdom to take occasional furlough. In the long run, we shall do more by sometimes doing less. Charles Spurgeon””

Matthew Sleeth

About This Quote

Source Sermon: “The Bow Cannot Be Always Bent”, 19th century

Constant pressure without rest leads to burnout; rest restores mental and physical strength.

In simple terms: Rest is essential.

Key Takeaway

Schedule regular breaks.

Themes

rest balance productivity well‑being

Mood

calm motivational

Type

practical inspirational

When to use this quote

  • workplace
  • athletic training
  • creative projects
  • study sessions
  • parenting

Key Concepts

stress management energy cycles economy of effort

Questions to Reflect On

  • How much rest is optimal?
  • What signs indicate you need a break?
A Different Perspective

Overworking can sometimes be necessary for deadlines.

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