About this quote

Sarcasm is often the best defense against the endless pressure to always be doing something. We live under a constant barrage of productivity hacks and self-improvement goals that leave us exhausted. Sometimes, the most honest thing you can do is admit you just want to sit still and do absolutely nothing. Why do we feel so guilty about resting? Give yourself permission to turn off the mental engine for an afternoon and see how much better you feel.

When to use it

• You tell your coworker this when they ask you to brainstorm new projects on a Friday afternoon. It is a funny way to say your brain is officially closed for business.
• Use this when your partner asks what you want to do for the weekend. It perfectly explains why you plan to spend the next forty-eight hours doing absolutely nothing.
• Recall this while staring at a complicated DIY manual for a bookshelf you bought online. Sometimes, closing the book and taking a nap is the only logical choice.