Núm. 08, julio-diciembre (2005)

Due to technological advances, people now have more time for leisure which is not always used to one's advantage, or it is often mistaken for idleness. There is usuallly not a healthy equillibrium between work and rest, the reason for this, being mostly of socio-cultural and educational origins. Therefore the importance of being of influence in this area. An important educational goal should be to achhieve working and resting capacity, taking into account each person's abilities and tastes for productive actions, and the enjoyment of moments of relaxation. An assertive use of time is knowing how to dedicate moments of leisure pot the following activities: restoring rest, fun, cultural development, impulse of creativity, and social mingling.