On this enlightening episode of Business of the Beat, host Kendra Bracken-Ferguson is joined by LaShasta Bell, licensed counselor and certified sleep science expert, for a transformative conversation on the power of rest, healing, and holistic wellness. Together, they explore how childhood experiences shape our relationship with sleep, the long-term effects of sleep deprivation, and how rest is not a luxury, but a birthright. LaShasta shares her journey from school counseling to building a mission-driven brand rooted in the Optimal Life Framework—a method focused on mental health, emotional harmony, and purposeful living. The episode dives into: How sleep directly impacts mental health and emotional clarity The value of community and collective healing Tools like brain dumps and intentional rest for emotional regulation LaShasta’s upcoming retreat focused on harmony and restoration If you’ve ever struggled to prioritize rest or wondered how to create a balanced, purpose-driven life—this conversation is your wake-up call to slow down and reclaim your power. Tune in now and find more episodes like this on the Mean Ole Lion Media app. Don’t forget to follow, rate, comment, and share with someone who needs a rest reset.