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S7 E13: How Do I Rest — Really? Understanding the 7 Types of Rest With Barbara Powell, MA, NBC-HWC

Nov 7, 2023
Barbara Powell, a wellness expert and coach, discusses the importance of rest and the seven types of rest we need for overall well-being. The types include physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, sensory, and creative rest. The hosts explore techniques for achieving sensory and creative rest, as well as the significance of prioritizing different types of rest and challenging self-limiting beliefs.
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  • Rest is not just physical, but also includes mental, emotional, social, spiritual, sensory, and creative rest.
  • Recognizing the signs of rest depletion in each type is crucial for identifying areas that need attention.

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The Importance of Rest and Recovery

Rest and recovery are essential for our health and well-being. Barbara Powell, a certified integrative health and well-being coach, emphasizes the significance of rest in this podcast episode. She discusses the seven types of rest, which include physical, mental, emotional, social, spiritual, sensory, and creative rest. Powell highlights the signs of depletion in each type and offers strategies for achieving rest in each category. She emphasizes the importance of prioritizing rest, challenging self-limiting beliefs, and finding a personalized approach to rest that works for each individual.

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