A musician will tell you that a rest is an action. Music is organized sound and there must be silence for the noise to make sense. That pregnant pause at the end of the Hallelujah Chorus? Yeah. You figure out real fast that watching the conductor is crucial! Playing a rest is an action, not absence of motion.
So, I’ve been *resting* these past few weeks and have
a couple more weeks to go. I knew I was going to be bored and people would be
asking when I’m available again. I rehearsed my response. I learned as much as
I could about how to recuperate/recover wisely. I gathered around me people who
would support me.
I don’t do “invalid” well. I’m much more comfortable rolling
up my sleeve and doing things. I’m still not used to claiming victory when I’ve
done nothing all day. I know, I know, making sure I’m not tearing out stitches
moving around is doing something! But, you know what I mean.
I hope you get well soon! Rest is a necessary phase, otherwise your recovery will take longer still...
ReplyDeleteGood analogy! The rest is as important in recovery as in music, I like it.
ReplyDeletetake care of yourself - rest up
ReplyDeleteNever thought of silence as action, but one of my favourite composers (Khayyam) has used silent pauses beautifully and meaningfully in songs. Your words have given me perspective.
ReplyDeleteRest well and make the most of it.