“Black Friday” is made up.

It’s okay to shop on that day, of course. To make purchases of needed things for discounted prices. Just like it’s great to support local businesses on Saturday and to support organizations on Giving Tuesday.

Just like it’s a good thing to express gratitude on Thanksgiving.

It’s also healthy to not get caught up in the made-up urgency. And to support organizations and local businesses all the time. And to move toward a life, rather than a day, of love and gratitude.

And, to rest as much as you can when you can.