In one of the most-loved episodes, Andryanna challenges the phrase “rest is productive” and explores why framing rest as another task can keep us stuck in hustle mode.
She unpacks what restorative rest truly means—how it supports emotional well-being, nervous system regulation, and resilience—and offers practical ways to bring more calm and recovery into daily life.
Gain perspective on how to step away from performance-based rest and move toward a deeper, more sustainable sense of renewal.
In this episode:
Why “rest is productive” can reinforce perfectionism and pressure;
What restorative rest really looks like;
How rest supports nervous system regulation and emotional health;
Practical ways to recharge without guilt or overthinking;
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