Listen "The Power of Rest — Balancing Energy, Creativity, and Growth"
Episode Synopsis
In this restorative episode of Unapologetically Wild, I explore the power of rest and recovery—not as a luxury, but as a necessity for creativity, alignment, and sustainable success.Drawing on my background in the Defence Forces and my journey into entrepreneurship, I share how I’ve learned to balance the masculine energy of drive and discipline with the feminine energy of softness, creativity, and flow. This episode is a gentle reminder that slowing down doesn’t mean you’re falling behind—it means you’re giving yourself the space to rise.Through honest reflections, personal stories, and lessons from my six-week program The Holistic Woman, I unpack how honouring your body, listening to your energy, and embracing radical honesty can lead to deep transformation. Because when you allow yourself to rest, you regenerate, refocus, and reconnect with the version of you that’s ready to lead from wholeness.Inside this episode, I share:Why rest and recovery are vital for physical, mental, and emotional renewalHow balancing masculine and feminine energies creates deeper alignmentThe importance of radical honesty when assessing habits and prioritiesHow small daily actions create massive ripple effects in your lifeThe role of rest in unlocking creativity, clarity, and authentic powerLove this episode? Be sure to subscribe to Unapologetically Wild so you never miss a moment of inspiration and truth.About KadiMeet Kadi Sonntag, the unapologetically wild woman leading the charge on living life boldly and breaking free from the limits society tries to set. Born in Maitland in 1992 and raised in Newcastle, Kadi’s love for sports (anything but school!) started early. From swimming at a national level to competing in high jump at nationals and playing representative basketball, Kadi was always moving, growing, and pushing herself. In high school, she was the sports and school captain, proving leadership comes naturally.At 19, Kadi took a leap and joined the army, starting as an admin clerk and eventually becoming an army physical training instructor in 2019. She’s served on peacekeeping missions in the Middle East, taken part in exercises in Asia, and now holds the rank of sergeant. Talk about resilience!When she’s not leading in the military, Kadi’s got her sidekick—her dog Piper—and she’s all about empowering women to tap into their inner strength, unleash their wildest selves, and live unapologetically. Whether she’s playing for the Defence National Basketball Team or sharing her journey on Unapologetically Wild, Kadi is here to help women break free, find their power, and live on their own terms.Connect with Kadi: @kadi_sonntag