What if the reason you feel so depleted isn’t that you’re not trying hard enough… but that you’re carrying too much? In episode 153 of Medium Lady Talks, Erin explores the radical question: What can you put down, for now? As we close out the Summer of Real Rest series and transition toward fall, Erin guides you through a playful self-assessment quiz to help you identify the weight you’ve been carrying — and what you can finally release. ✨ In this episode, you’ll learn: Why so many women admit to spending 0% of their day on self-care (Her Index survey) How grind culture convinces us that fatigue = worthiness Why decision fatigue can feel more comfortable than choosing to rest The four biggest energy drains: productivity as morality, over-functioning in relationships, white-knuckle mental control, and perfectionism A fun 3-question quiz to help you discover what you can put down this season 💬 Quotes from the episode: “Something has to give for you to get that time for yourself. The problem we’re coming from is a zero percent rest rate.” “You don’t have to burn it all down — but you can’t keep carrying everything.” “Rest is not quitting. It’s about choosing the margin of space you need to be you.” This episode is a gentle but firm reminder: rest doesn’t come from doing more. It comes from doing less — and choosing what to put down.   This episode is part of our “Summer of Real Rest” series—time to call ourselves in to a true commitment to the soft work of feeling better one step at a time.    🧡 If this episode resonates with you: Share it with a friend who needs a little extra encouragement Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify—it helps more than you know DM me on Instagram @medium.lady or tag your favorite quote from the episode Subscribe for more real talk about building a life you love—one medium-effort step at a time Looking for more support? Access exclusive content and mindful living tools on Patreon.  Join the conversation! Share one need you're naming today and tag @medium.lady on Instagram. The series starts here!   Don’t forget to subscribe! If this episode resonates, share it with a friend or leave a review—it helps others find the show! Other Related Episodes (for your enjoyment): Ep 144: Sacred Rest & Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith Ep 145: Are You Proud of Being Tired? Ep 146: When My Eye Stops Twitching Ep 147: The Toxic To-Do List   Medium Lady Reads Episode 43 - Our Best Recommendations for Your Summer Reading Pile   Connect with Erin: Instagram: @medium.lady Patreon: www.patreon.com/mediumlady  Email: mediumladytalks@gmail.com  Explore more book-related content on "Medium Lady Reads." - link to Spotify Instagram: @mediumladyreads     #mediumladytalks #summerofrealrest #restrevolution #burnoutrecovery #selfcareforwomen #mentalrest #decisionfatigue #boundariesarebeautiful #softwork #perfectionismrecovery