Episode 411: The Power of 7 Types of Rest
Episode 411: The Power of 7 Types of Rest  
Podcast: The Whinypaluza Podcast
Published On: Fri Jan 17 2025
Description: Are you feeling exhausted despite getting plenty of sleep? Have you ever wondered why "just resting" never seems to fully recharge you?In this episode of Whinypaluza, host Rebecca Green dives into the transformative world of holistic rest with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, a board-certified internal medicine physician and award-winning author of Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity. Dr. Dalton-Smith shares her groundbreaking insights into the seven types of rest—physical, mental, spiritual, emotional, social, sensory, and creative—that are essential for a balanced, healthy life. Through personal anecdotes and practical advice, Dr. Dalton-Smith guides listeners on how to identify their rest deficits and implement restorative practices to feel truly recharged.Key Takeaways:→ Rest is not just about stopping; it’s about restoration. Learn the difference between "stopping the bleeding" and true replenishment.→ There are seven distinct types of rest, and understanding where you're depleted is the first step toward healing.→ Emotional rest is about creating safe spaces to express yourself authentically, without judgment or fear.→ Sensory overload, often unnoticed, can lead to irritability and fatigue. Simple sensory reprieves can make a significant difference.→ Quality sleep relies on adequate rest in other areas. Addressing rest deficits enhances both sleep quality and overall well-being.Quotes: "Most of us don’t realize that just by stopping, we haven’t truly restored." "Ask yourself: What kind of tired am I? That question can transform how you approach rest and recovery." More from Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith: Book: Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity – Available on Amazon and wherever books are sold. Take the free Rest Quiz: restquiz.com to discover your rest deficits. Learn more about her work at her workplace well-being consulting agency, Restorasis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices