You may feel sympathetic to the needs of your fellow man today. You could experience a deeper feeling of compassion and seek ways to make a positive contribution, or you may want to connect more deeply with those who are struggling. It might be a good idea to spend time figuring out ways you can serve without giving more energy than you can reasonably afford to spare. At the same time, you may also wish to set aside a period of time today to honor your needs. Simply focus on releasing tension and adopting a calm, optimistic state of mind, and you will restore your energy and maintain your stamina.

Devoting time and attention to meeting our needs for mental and physical rest give us the strength and endurance to serve others. Our strong sense of compassion can often move us to give more than what we have, which can result in fatigue or burnout. If we can instead make the effort to honor our needs, we will be better able to assist others. Frequent periods of rest and relaxation give us more energy to help others, and we feel more empowered by giving ourselves what we need. If you can balance your compassion for others with attention to your own self-care today, you will be able to serve in powerful ways without draining yourself.