Radio Headspace Permission to Rest Granted
Aug 10, 2025
Feeling guilty about needing rest? Discover why it's essential to give yourself permission to pause, especially when you're unwell. Explore the speaker's personal journey with COVID-19 and the importance of compassion in times of illness. Learn how meal delivery services can support healthy eating for busy lifestyles and how health data platforms help individuals understand their well-being better. It's a heartfelt reminder that caring for yourself is key to healing.
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Surrendering To Illness
- Eve caught COVID despite vaccinations and got quite sick.
- She surrendered and stopped all work and chores to rest and recover.
Give Yourself Permission To Pause
- Allow yourself to pause and rest when you're unwell.
- Stop work and chores so your body can heal.
Structural Barriers Make Sick Leave Difficult
- Many people fear taking sick days due to job insecurity and stigma.
- While systemic change is slow, we can cultivate compassion to support healing.