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Dr. G Speaks
17 | Breaking Free from Being in 'Captivity to Activity'
Have you ever felt like if you’re not constantly busy, you’re not being productive? I used to believe that too—until I realized I was stuck in what I call "captivity to activity." I said yes to everything, poured into everyone, and thought rest was optional. But the truth is, rest is essential. In this episode, I share my personal journey of learning to prioritize self-care, create boundaries, and embrace rest as a non-negotiable. Plus, I break down the exact practices that transformed my mindset and energy. If you’ve been struggling to slow down without guilt, this one’s for you.
Rest isn’t a luxury—it’s a necessity. You don’t have to earn your rest. You don’t have to prove your worth through exhaustion. The more you embrace self-care, the more you can show up as the person God created you to be. So take a breath, take a break, and remind yourself: your rest matters.
Topics Discussed:
- How I went from never saying ‘no’ to making rest a non-negotiable
- The surprising reason people called me the “Queen of Self-Care”
- What happened when I judged a friend for going to lunch every day
- The scarcity mindset that kept me stuck in overworking
- Why I no longer believe in work-life balance (and what I use instead)
- How social media breaks, gratitude, and movement have changed my energy
- My personal rest routine—and how you can create your own
This week’s affirmation:
“Just because I’m doing nothing doesn’t mean nothing is happening. My rest is essential.”
Practical Exercise / Homework:
- Define what rest means to you. What does true rest feel like?
- Identify one small way to prioritize rest this week. (It doesn’t have to be big—less is more!)
- Visit RestQuiz.com to discover the 7 types of rest you might be missing.
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