"Work is not always required.
There is such a thing as sacred idleness,
the cultivation of which is now fearfully neglected."
George MacDonald
There is such a thing as sacred idleness,
the cultivation of which is now fearfully neglected."
George MacDonald
Must idleness always be thought of as unproductive or lazy? Or can it be sacred, as Mr. MacDonald suggests?
Years ago, one of my writing instructors at the Institute for Children's Literature stressed the importance of being idle. It gives the brain and body time to rest, for one thing, and can also produce fresh ideas and a new perspective.
In this age of 24/7 activity, I think there is a great need for cultivating idleness. In the long run, the fruit of inactive times can be great.
Do you agree with Mr. MacDonald? Is there idleness in your schedule?
My Dad is coming to visit later this week, so I'm taking a break to spend time with him. I'll be back on April 27. See you then!
Happy writing,
Karen
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