138. Rest Is Not a Reward — Why It’s Essential for Your Health

2025-05-21

If you’ve ever felt guilty for taking a break, believe that hustling is the only path to success, or struggled to sit still without your mind racing — this episode is for you. This week we’re flipping the script on how we view rest, because let’s be honest, rest isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity. From physical and emotional rest to social and spiritual restoration, we explore how true rest goes far beyond sleep and scrolling. In this episode: Why rest has a “PR problem” and how hustle culture feeds into burnout

If you’ve ever felt guilty for taking a break, believe that hustling is the only path to success, or struggled to sit still without your mind racing — this episode is for you.

This week we’re flipping the script on how we view rest, because let’s be honest, rest isn’t a luxury — it’s a necessity. From physical and emotional rest to social and spiritual restoration, we explore how true rest goes far beyond sleep and scrolling.

In this episode:

Why rest has a “PR problem” and how hustle culture feeds into burnout
The difference between zoning out and restorative rest
How your body heals, grows muscle, and restores energy through downtime
Personal stories of rest rituals — from beach naps and massages to dog hugs and plant-checking
How to redefine rest as an act of resistance and reclaim your right to slow down

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