Exhausted
2008
July
29
Somehow summer has ran me over and then kept going. I’m exhausted. My body is just tired. Why I am exhausted is interesting to think about in light of my post on ministry burnout earlier this week. I can’t pinpoint why I’m totally spent though.
I’ve been on the stage on Sunday morning 12 of the last 14 Sunday mornings and I haven’t (technically) taken a day off of work in a year. Granted I only worked part time for most of the year, but I was also in school. This isn’t supposed to be some whiny post or a chance for me to complain; I just hear my body screaming for some time to rest. Luckily we leave for a one week trip to Alaska, to see Rose’s parents, in 11 days. I honestly cannot wait.
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Tyler Braun.
we all need a break sometime. i wish i were still in florida…wink
tyler, i can completely relate to this. sometimes a little time off can do wonders refreshing us. time away, taking a step back, can open up insights not previously seen. 11 and counting. ill pray for you.
Absolutely. After a couple of decades of pastoring I realize that there are times when I’m going to put in the long hours and seemingly unending days. Can you say Easter and Advent! There are usually a few times during the year where I can, for lack of a better word, coast. I can slow down, spend more time for my life-building etc.
Then there are those anticipated times of coasting that get murdered by situations, like this summer. I understand what you’re going through especially this summer. BTW it is also probably the enemy trying to derail Friday night a bit too.
See you then and until then you’re in my prayers.
Alan
I’m jealous you’re going to Alaska! I went on a cruise there with my family last summer, and I’m dying to go back. I loved it there.
My immediate thought when I read this was, “Ugh, this fall semester might be like this.” And that means I’ve decided NOT to add the extra course I was going to add. I have trouble saying no sometimes. So thanks for that haha.
I think everyone can relate at one time or another. I hope you get some rest!
oh man yes … I leave friday for my Mancation (http://randymooney.com/?p=402) and then to family camping afterwards. I could not leave any sooner and want to … just … chill.
i cannnot wait to go home! Only 10 more days babe- you can do it. i love you.
“I can’t pinpoint why I’m totally spent though.”
I think your 2nd paragraph is a good start
Listen to your screaming body, it gets you around and stuff.
ah this page came up as ‘error’ earlier…but yes yes yes yes I can relate..although my ‘exhaustion’ was more mental, spiritual and psychological.
adam- thanks man.
alan- i totally agree, i know this is a big week for me with all that is going on. i know satan can use this if I don’t stay rooted in prayer. thanks for the encouragement. Glad you are able to come on Friday.
lindsey- yeah…fall semester, crap that is coming up soon isn’t it?
randy- enjoy your time away.
rose- im going to catch more fish than you
sovann- I just know it isn’t totally a work thing. My priorities are out of whack too. That is why I said I can’t pinpoint it. I love the work I do, so it isn’t just a work thing.
Yonas- I’ll take the blame for that. Sorry to throw all those changes at you last minute.
lol Tyler…that’s not the reason..and no. I’m not blaming you at all!
Yes, I can relate.
Sounds like it’s time to get you in a kayak and a fishing vest!
We’re very much looking forward to having you two here for a week on the bay.
bring it on babae- i have 15 years on you…. last summer was just luck- you know
i wouldn’t let that comment slide!
Hopefully you’re time away will allow you the time and space to look at the priorities and make choices. When you say it’s hard to pinpoint you sound overwhelmed, clarity will help. I’m reading a sweet book Andy Stanley’s Next Generation Leader – have you read it? I’ll send it to you when I’m done if you like. Actually I’ll send it to you before you go to Alaska if you think you’ll have time to read it.