Listen "You Don’t Have to Earn Rest"
Episode Synopsis
Unfiltered with Roxy - Episode 15: You Don’t Have to Earn Rest ✨ In this episode of Unfiltered with Roxy, we’re diving into one of the biggest myths of modern life: the idea that rest has to be earned. We’re flipping that narrative on its head. Rest is not a reward—it’s a requirement for a healthy, whole, and joy-filled life.Roxy gets real about hustle culture, the guilt we carry around taking breaks, and the silent burnout that creeps in when we ignore our need to rest. You'll leave this episode with practical tools to honor your body and your boundaries, and permission (yes, permission!) to rest—no excuses necessary.🧠 What You’ll LearnWhy society taught us to feel guilty about restThe real cost of ignoring your need for recoveryHow rest boosts creativity, focus, and long-term productivitySigns you’re overdue for a breakPractical strategies to add rest into your daily routine📌 Key TakeawaysRest is not a reward—it's a necessity.Hustle culture glorifies burnout, but balance sustains success.Your body will demand rest one way or another—choose to give it freely.You don’t have to earn a break. You already deserve it.Self-care is the foundation of true productivity.🔥 Mini Challenges (Your Weekly Homework)✔ Reflect: When was the last time you rested without guilt? ✔ Schedule one intentional rest day this week—no justification needed. ✔ Write yourself a “Permission to Rest” note. ✔ Add one micro-rest (5 mins/hour) into your daily routine.🎧 Episode Breakdown00:00 – Welcome & Energy Check-In04:00 – The Hustle Culture Lie: Why Rest Feels Wrong08:30 – The Science Behind Why Rest is Productive13:00 – Redefining Success: Balance > Burnout17:30 – How to Prioritize Rest in Real Life20:00 – Closing Thoughts & Call to Action💛 If this episode spoke to you, share it with a friend who needs the reminder. 📝 Read the full blog here: https://roxanafeenster.substack.com/p/you-do-not-need-permission-to-rest?r=4xs6r9 🎙 Subscribe to Unfiltered with Roxy for more weekly truths on self-care, self mastery, and mindful living.Sending you love, light, and permission to REST on your journey to self discovery. You don’t have to earn it. Hope to connect again soon!
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