
210: The 7 Types of Rest with Saundra Dalton-Smith, MD, Author of Sacred Rest
Redesigning Wellness Podcast
The Problem With Sleep and Rest
It is essential to differentiate between sleep and rest as they are not the same. People often interchange the terms, assuming that sleeping is equivalent to resting. However, problems arise when all efforts to restore energy are solely focused on sleep, leading to feelings of agitation, drained energy levels, and difficulty in maintaining relationships. Recognizing the distinction between sleep for physical rejuvenation and rest for mental and emotional revitalization is crucial to prevent a burned-out life.
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