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Jun 19, 2023 
Tricia Hersey, known as the 'nap bishop' and founder of the Nap Ministry, passionately advocates for rest as a fundamental human right, especially in marginalized communities. She addresses the societal pressures that demonize rest and explores how prioritizing relaxation is a form of resistance against systemic oppression. Her insights connect rest to mental well-being while revealing the health risks of sleep deprivation. Tricia encourages listeners to embrace 'active rest' as a means to recharge in a productivity-driven world.
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Dedication to Father
- Tricia Hersey dedicates her book, "Rest is Resistance," to her father, who was her biggest supporter.
- He instilled in her the belief in her own worth, despite societal messages of her body and skin color.
Rest as Healing
- While in divinity school, Hersey faced multiple stressors like BLM movement, family deaths, financial issues, and single parenting.
- Overwhelmed, she prioritized rest, sleeping on campus and at home instead of studying, leading to healing.
Collective Napping
- Hersey's collective napping experiences, prompted by her own rest journey, had a profound impact on participants.
- Many attendees woke up crying, highlighting the widespread exhaustion and need for rest.
