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The Rest Effect Podcast
The Rest Effect
Brought to you by Rest Easy Collective, The Rest Effect is your go-to podcast for practical rest in modern life. What began as the official podcast of Rest Easy Expo Podcast has now evolved into something deeper — a space to explore the everyday impact of rest, sleep, and self-care.
Hosted by Holly Allen, massage therapist and founder of Rest Easy Collective, each episode offers real conversations, expert insights, and supportive strategies to help you pause, reset, and feel more like yourself again.
From behind-the-scenes chats with wellness professionals to honest stories about burnout, boundaries, and nervous system support — this podcast is here to remind you: rest isn’t a luxury, it’s the starting point.
Because when you make space to rest, everything changes.
Whether you're a long-time listener or just tuning in, don’t worry — all previous episodes are still available, and there’s so much more to come.
The Rest Effect Podcast
The Power of Yogic Sleep: A Conversation with Kirsty Hagen
Today on The Rest Effect Podcast I’m joined by Kirsty Hagen, founder of Essential Earthing. You may remember Kirsty from Rest Easy Expo, where she shared her wisdom as both a vendor and a speaker. This time, she’s joining us to talk about her upcoming Yoga Nidra & Journaling session at Breathe on *Saturday 30th August.
Yoga Nidra—often called yogic sleep—is a powerful practice that invites you into a state of true nervous system rest. With Kirsty’s gentle guidance, you’ll be able to let go of effort and expectations, sinking into deep restoration. Afterwards, reflective journaling helps you integrate your experience, bringing clarity and calm into everyday life.
Check out my other podcast episode with Kirsty to hear more about her business Essential Earthing https://open.spotify.com/episode/71QWlsvPApkCAFo3fMDVmw?si=5e63666217f74433
Connect with Kirsty here https://www.instagram.com/essentialearthing/?hl=en