Send us a textThe Power of Intentional Rest for Returning to Creativity and JoyIn this episode of Mom Writes First, host Jen shares her personal journey of taking a five-month break from podcasting and writing to focus on intentional rest. She discusses the inspiration behind her decision, including insights from a TED Talk and the book 'Wintering' by Katherine May. Jen explores the seven types of rest as outlined by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith and explains how she applied these principles to restore her energy and creativity. This episode encourages listeners to reflect on their own need for rest and the impact it can have on their creative pursuits.00:00 Using Intentional Rest to Boost Your Creativity00:02 Introduction: Why I Took a Break00:46 The Decision to Pause02:43 Struggles and Realizations06:12 The Turning Point11:46 The Framework for Rest16:32 The Seven Types of Rest22:10 Implementing Rest in My Life28:24 Encouragement and Conclusion Mentioned in the Show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGNN4EPJzGkhttps://ideas.ted.com/the-7-types-of-rest-that-every-person-needshttps://katherine-may.co.uk/winteringTake the QUIZ to discover your writing style, and get tips on how to leverage it to write more! Ready to take back your time and add hours to the day so you can finally manage it all? Then you have to check out the FREE Time Audit Guide. You'll get coaching, worksheets, and tips on running your first time audit so that you can finally write your book without burning out. It's absolutely free, and it's my way of supporting and empowering YOU! Instagram @momwritesfirstFacebook Website www.momfirstcoaching.com Listen to more episodes by visiting Apple Podcasts or Spotify or your favorite platform. Copyright 2024, Mom First Coaching

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