The importance of rest and reset in a frantic world

Lydia Houghton  |  Features
Date posted:  18 Dec 2025
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The importance of rest and reset in a frantic world

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Have you ever stopped to wonder why so many Christian retreats and holiday organisations exist? What is it about the concept of “rest and reset” that leads countless evangelicals to conclude that the “best” holidays are those with an intentional spiritual element?

Rest: What does it look like?

This month, I interviewed individuals who spend their working lives creating spaces for others to rest; they emphasised that rest isn’t optional, it’s essential – and it’s spiritual.

Richmond Holidays told en: “In a world that rarely slows down, we believe Christian holidays offer uniquely restorative spaces where people can rest and reconnect with God.”

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