Episode 104. Embracing The Power of Doing Nothing. Welcome back to the Motivation Made Easy podcast! I'm thrilled to have Taylor joining me once again on today's episode where we take a moment to address the reason behind our podcast's short pause. (See you very soon on November 27th!). This pause feels sort of like the end of a very long "season 2", as we've taken a break last summer in conclusion of "season 1"; however, we will talk about the difference between these two breaks. Also, we'll delve into why breaks are important for wellness, the physical sensations, growing from the downtime, using IFS to tap into exploring our overworking parts, what you as listeners can do in the meantime, and much more! The Importance of Rest for Wellness As professionals, and frankly as humans, play a significant role in influencing and guiding others. The culture of productivity and constant doing can lead us to become caught up in a cycle of continuous work, neglecting our own well-being. This can ultimately compromise our ability to effectively serve and support others. So, by taking breaks and embracing rest, we feel more creative, less "output" focused, and more able to make mindful decisions that lead to sustainable change. "Whispers" of the Body We talk in this episode about the concept of "body whispers," the subtle physical sensations that tell us to what our body wants to do, including rest. These whispers provide insights that often get drowned out by the noise of daily life. I share my personal experience with tuning into these whispers and how it's something I'm continually working on. IFS: Unveiling Overworking Parts We explore the Internal Family Systems (IFS) model as a tool to understand and navigate our overworking parts. IFS can also aid in exploring our own individual limits for dedicating time to work and life. Maximizing the Pause: What Listeners Can Do During this podcast break, we invite our listeners to embark on their own journeys of exploring what rest means for you. Shawn offers actionable steps, from revisiting favorite episodes to finding joy in your individualistic activities. Embrace those activities that spark joy, whether it's engaging in mindful practices or stepping out of your comfort zone. Take a moment to emphasize that doing nothing isn't necessarily passive, we recognize that rest can manifest in diverse forms. What's Next: Behind the Scenes During our pause, we're strategically planning for the future. While we catch up on scheduled episodes, we're working towards an efficient schedule. look out for our upcoming exciting episodes featuring Dr. Dina Goldstein Silverman, Dr. Allyn Richards, Dr. Cortney Warren, and more! Thank you for joining us on this episode and staying with us on their journey. Be sure to subscribe and stay tuned for our return in November! For more updates and resources, visit our website at DrShawnhondorp.com. Your thoughts and questions are always welcome; reach out to us at [email protected]. Until next time, embrace the power of doing nothing. With warmth and anticipation, Dr. Shawn Hondorp What to Expect in this Episode In this discussion, we cover: * 08:20- The reason we wanted to have this episode and speak about the importance of implementing breaks (Using the Internal Family Systems model and applying it to our personal lives) * 10:21- Why breaks are SO important for wellness and why this is an important topic not only f...