D-W-A
This was one of the nuggets of information I gleaned while Rick Warren was dropping truth bombs(quuaaacckk) on us IT folk at the Spring CITRT. It’s no more than three statements, but something that resounded within me.
D-W-A
Divert Daily
Withdraw Weekly
Abandon Annually
The man has a thing for alliteration doesn’t he? This year I have put a heavy emphasis on discipline in my life and a part of that focus leads to ensuring I am allocating my time appropriately. I am the type of person that will run himself ragged with responsibilities. I’m lucky to have a wife that will point out times when I might be overcommiting myself, but even with an adequate load I think it’s important to make sure that you don’t edge out that personal time we all need. These three ‘axioms’ are a guideline to keep you refreshed and renewed.
Divert Daily-
We need to be sure to get our quiet time with God. It’s a foundational part of any day and can be quickly edged out by other more ‘urgent’ matters. Take time each day to connect with God, and to spend time in His word.
Withdraw Weekly-
This one snuck up on me. We need a personal sabbath, a day of rest. A time that we don’t fill with other responsibilities orchores and truly rest. I’ll admit I was the first guy to fill his day off work with…more work.
Abandon Annually-
Complete disconnection. Every year we should take time to remove ourselves from our day-to-day lives to reflect and renew. The time frame on this might be different for others but I need 5 days to remove myself completely from other responsibilities. And I like to do so on the beach.
Simple words with huge implications. I am working to make these departures a regular part of my life. What method do you use to keep your soul refreshed?
