In this reassuring and delightfully human episode, John C. Parkin explores the idea that even the most chilled-out, super-relaxed types (yes, even him!) get stressed sometimes. With gentle humour and heartfelt storytelling, John invites listeners to drop their perfectionist expectations and see relaxation not as a fixed destination, but as an ongoing practice. He shares personal anecdotes — from being mistaken as “not funny enough” after saying "hello" to someone, to peculiar packing anxieties passed down through generations — all to remind us that stress is part of the human experience. The key difference? Relaxers learn how to respond to stress, rather than eliminate it. You’ll learn: Why “relaxing” is a verb, not a destination How our expectations (of ourselves and others) can sabotage peace Why even therapists, meditators and spiritual leaders are beautifully imperfect The difference between numbing and nourishing relaxation habits Plus, John plays an excerpt from his Relaxers membership — a powerful nudge that you are already a relaxer… if you’re showing up for the journey. 👉 To go deeper, visit https://www.the-relaxers.com/podcast - where John has a  Special Training Video for you, revealing - 'How to Crack Stress by Learning The Habits of Those Who Aren't' - For Podcast Listeners Only.

In this beautifully reflective episode, John explores one of the core habits of highly relaxed people: they take their time. Whether it’s how they speak, move, or make decisions, Relaxers seem to glide through life without urgency - and as John shares, this isn’t laziness or inefficiency, but a deeply powerful way to reset your nervous system, enhance creativity, and even boost productivity. John dives into the concept of bidirectionality - how acting calm (e.g., slowing your speech, breathing deeply) can signal your system to feel calm. And he invites listeners to play with pace: noticing what happens to the body, mind, and emotions when you deliberately slow down. We also hear about the left and right brain's roles in stress vs. calm, and how shifting from sympathetic (fight/flight) to parasympathetic (rest/digest) states can transform your day, your decisions, and even your sleep. This isn’t about stopping. It’s about doing things differently.More deliberately. More mindfully.More like a Relaxer. 🌿 Press play to learn how taking your time can change your life. 👉 To go deeper, visit https://www.the-relaxers.com/podcast - where John has a  Special Training Video for you, revealing - 'How to Crack Stress by Learning The Habits of Those Who Aren't' - For Podcast Listeners Only.