The Clearing with Katherine May Season One Interlude
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Jan 31, 2026 Katherine talks about the importance of rest during difficult times. She explores guilt and the complexity of stepping back instead of carrying on. She celebrates whimsy as a quiet form of resilience. She outlines a relaxed, low-pressure recording rhythm and seasonal breaks. She previews listener-led bonus content coming next season.
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Rest As Long-Term Resilience
- Katherine May argues rest is vital even when the world feels menacing and chaotic.
- Rest helps sustain long-term capacity to support others and imagine a better future.
Leadership Requires Thoughtful Rest
- Katherine May links leadership to creating a genuinely better future rather than repeating past mistakes.
- She frames rest and thoughtful planning as part of responsible leadership.
Conversations Reveal Rest Guilt
- Katherine May describes speaking to busy, engaged people about rest and the guilt that often accompanies stopping.
- She uses these conversations to reveal common misconceptions and normalize rest.