Give It a Rest
Sometimes we want people to give it a rest. Their constant talk or actions get on our nerves. Of course, we probably get on their nerves from time to time too.
When we tell people to give it a rest, we want them to stop irritating talk or actions.
Their annoying talk may include:
- Fussing
- Nagging
- Begging
Their words sound like a broken record.
Actions may include:
- Constant interruptions
- Loud videos
- Rude behavior
They ruffle our feathers.
To tell others to give it a rest can sound impolite.
It is simply another way to tell them to shut up or stop it.
An alternative is to get away from the irritating people.
- Take a walk.
- Work outside.
- Sit beside a calm stream.
Moments alone remind us that silence is golden. We rest and refresh our minds and bodies.
“He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters” (Psalm 23:2 NIV).
Thanks to J.D. Wininger for the suggestion.
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14 thoughts on “Give It a Rest”
Amen Ms. Diana. Sometimes the one we need to “give a rest” to is ourselves. And we can do that by extracting ourselves from the situation prompting us to say that. Instead, I find myself wandering out to the barnyard, sometimes at 3am, just to sit on the side of the trailer and talk with God. He never tells me to “give it a rest”, but He often tells me how I should treat the other person and what I need to do. Sometimes that answer is empathy. Other times that answer is reminding them of all that is good and right in their lives. We too often find ourselves wanting to focus on some negative thing in our lives, to the point of forgetting how the blessings we receive far outweigh the negative. When that happens, “Give it a rest!” 🙂
Amen to all you said, J.D. How thankful I am for God’s guidance. I also give thanks for your reminder to focus on God’s blessings rather than dwell on the negatives.
I like that you reminded us there are times we need to remove ourselves. We can help the other person to “give it a rest” by leaving them be. In so doing, we both benefit.
Joanne, I’m thankful we can often achieve a win-win by the simple act of briefly stepping away. Blessings on your day.
Great advice on how to handle someone when we need them to give it a rest. Sometimes I have to do that when my husband is talking about politics. I can only take so much without getting depressed!
I hear you about the politics, Tracy, especially when both sides constantly bash one another. I want to stay informed but frequently need to give myself a rest by stepping away from it.
I think that walking away from the “pest” is often the best way to handle such situations. Some folks just are not self-aware enough to realize what a pain they are being to another. Good phrase to discuss, Diana.
Blessings!
Martha, that reality makes me want to check myself from time to time to be sure I don’t become a “pest” by harping on the same issue too much. Thanks for your insight.
A great message. Yes, sometimes we all need to “give it a rest”. There are times when listening is better than speaking. 🙂 Have a blessed week! 🙂
Thank you, Melissa. If we can achieve what we need by listening, we do well to stay quiet, don’t we? Great thought. I pray you have a blessed week too.
Great post, Diane. I could use a rest. Finishing the last of summer chores. Whew!
Thank you, Gail. I hear you about the busy times. Maybe we can purposely plan for a few minutes to relax each day. If we don’t plan those minutes, they rarely happen. Blessings.
Enjoyed your message, Diana, and all the comments. We’ve all been in that situation where we wanted to shout, “Give it a rest!” Sometimes, though, we may be the reason other people want to say it. Like J.D., I like to escape outside when I need a break, taking a walk works, but most especially, taking our troubles to God grants us rest. Thank you for sharing.
Thank you, Katherine. I’m with you and J.D. about outside breaks and going to God when we need to give it a rest or get away from a troublesome situation. Blessings on your outreach to others.