This week on the Anxiety Slayer podcast, we’re exploring the powerful benefits—and unexpected challenges—of embracing deep rest.
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Notes from this week’s episode
Key points we talked about:
Intentional rest vs ceasing activities
Deliberately allowing time for deep rest.
It’s different to distraction.
The benefits of intentional rest
Rest breaks help reset the nervous system
Practices that let our bodies relax and heal on a cellular level
Practices to support rest
Breathing
Body scan
Listening to music
Free writing
We began our discussion by acknowledging how hard it can be to truly allow ourselves to rest without guilt. Resting isn’t just about putting our feet up; it’s about rejuvenating our minds and resetting our nervous systems. We also explored the challenges to deep rest are often generational mindsets whispering that rest is a luxury or, worse, a sign of laziness.
One takeaway we shared is distinguishing true rest from mere distraction. While it’s easy to lean on scrolling through our phones, real rest comes from activities that nurture—like mindful walks, guided meditations, or curling up with a blanket and giving yourself permission to rest. For those of us burdened by achievement-based mindsets, this can be a revolutionary act of kindness toward yourself.
We also shared how to integrate deep rest into our routines without guilt. It’s about making intentional choices that promote healing. We deserve to look after ourselves, breathe deeply, and relish the quiet moments. After all, resting is not just a pause; it’s an important healing practice.
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