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The Power of Intentional Rest for Returning to Creativity and Joy

In 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 Creativity

00:02 Introduction: Why I Took a Break

00:46 The Decision to Pause

02:43 Struggles and Realizations

06:12 The Turning Point

11:46 The Framework for Rest

16:32 The Seven Types of Rest

22:10 Implementing Rest in My Life

28:24 Encouragement and Conclusion

Mentioned in the Show:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGNN4EPJzGk

https://ideas.ted.com/the-7-types-of-rest-that-every-person-needs
https://katherine-may.co.uk/wintering

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