Imagine Me...Rested & Renewed

Imagine Me...Renewed (Episode 17 of Back to Life Podcast, Season 2)

Episode Title:
Imagine Me...Rested & Renewed: Finding Rest in a Hectic World

Episode Overview:
In this episode, Nicole Green talks about how to find rest and renewal when life feels like it’s constantly in overdrive. So many of us say, “I don’t have time to rest,” but Nicole challenges this mindset by emphasizing that rest isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity for your physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Not everyone has the privilege to take a trip or quit a job, but self-care is still something we can all claim in our daily lives. She explores how lack of rest is connected to mental health struggles like anxiety and depression and how rest is a critical part of healing and growth, no matter your circumstances. 

The conversation focuses on:

1. PAUSE: Why rest is crucial for mental, emotional, and physical health.
2. PONDER: The signs of burnout and ways to recover from it.
3. PREPARE: Simple practices for finding renewal—physically, emotionally, and spiritually (from sleep to mindfulness and prayer).

Nicole also shares personal experiences of overworking, ignoring her health, and the moment she realized she needed to prioritize rest to show up as her best self.

Key Takeaways:

• Rest isn’t a reward; it’s necessary for us to thrive.

• Burnout has many faces—emotional, physical, and spiritual. Recognize the signs and take action.

• Renewal happens when we make space for it. Sleep, journaling, mindfulness, and spiritual practices can help us reset and restore.

• Self-care saves lives!

Reflection Moment:
Take a minute to reflect on this: How are you currently prioritizing rest in your life? Is there something you can let go of or delegate to create space for renewal? Start small if you need to—sometimes rest begins with saying, "No, I need this moment."

Disclaimer:
This podcast is not a replacement for medical advice, therapy, or professional support. Please seek professional help when needed.

Stay Connected:
Follow Nicole Green on Instagram for more insights and encouragement: @BeWellwithNicoleG Website: www.bewellwithnicole.com
Have any questions or reflections from today’s episode? I’d love to hear from you!

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Music:
Intro and Outro Music by Brendan Cloutier of Audible Cosmos

Stay tuned for the final episode of our Imagine Me series, where we’ll talk about what it means to live fully and authentically in Imagine Me...Finally Free.