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346. Why Rest & Pleasure Can Be Hard - But Are Keys to Being Happy
Jun 13, 2024
Discover why many find it hard to relax and enjoy pleasure, especially women. Explore how societal norms impact our ability to rest and find happiness. Learn the importance of being present in order to cultivate true happiness and well-being.
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- Rest and relaxation are crucial for happiness, hindered by societal pressure and chronic stress.
- Embracing physical pleasure is key to happiness, overcoming societal guilt and fear around pleasure.
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Importance of Rest and Relaxation for Happiness
Rest and relaxation play a vital role in experiencing happiness. The podcast discusses how chronic stress and the societal pressure to always be productive hinder the ability to rest. For many, the constant need to prove worth through activity keeps the mind in a state of fight or flight, making it difficult to relax. This lack of rest makes it challenging to feel happiness, as the body remains in a heightened state of stress, unable to fully experience moments of joy and pleasure.
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