There are times for sleep, for inactivity, dreaming, indiscipline, even lethargy. You'll know when you deserve these times. They come after you've been broken.
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In "A Soldier of the Great War," Mark Helprin reflects on the nature of rest and its place in life. He suggests that moments of inactivity and relaxation are essential and serve a purpose, particularly after experiencing hardship or feeling broken. These periods of sleep, dreaming, and even lethargy are not just indulgences; they are well-earned times of recovery that follow significant challenges.
Helprin emphasizes that one recognizes when they merit...
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