Sleep and rest

The seven types of rest | Saundra Dalton-Smith

Sleep and rest are not the same. We can wake up tired after eight hours sleep if our need for rest is not met, because sleep is only one of seven types of rest. So what are the other types of rest and HOW do we get them? In her TEDx talk, The real reason why we are tired and what to do about it, Saundra Dalton-Smith explains the seven types of rest we need to feel replenished.

If you found this useful, here is a downloadable highlights sheet, based on Dalton-Smith’s work, to help you check in with your needs for rest:

Listening to shame | Brené Brown

Shame is insidious. It creeps through our lives and corrupts our thoughts and behaviours. It drags us into a dark place that can be very difficult to live in. So what happens when we confront shame? Brené Brown follows her Vulnerability TED Talk with a poignant and entertaining look at the parts of us we’ve kept hidden for so long.

The importance of overcoming struggles in life

As hard as life can feel, it is adversity and struggle that brings purpose and meaning to our lives. This short video describes the concept beautifully.

How do lobsters grow?

Change is uncomfortable, but it is generally far easier than staying stuck. Conversely, discomfort is usually a signal that change is necessary. The wonderful Dr. Abraham Twerski’s piece of wisdom is unquestionable.