Rest for the Worn & Weary
Rest for the Worn & Weary is a podcast for Christians who are longing for spiritual practices that feel grounding, honest, and life-giving, allowing them to connect with God. Through thoughtful conversations and tangible next steps, Alyssa Flegg invites you to slow down, reconnect with God, and explore ways to rest deeply—even in the midst of a full life.
Podcasting since 2025 • 12 episodes
Rest for the Worn & Weary
Latest Episodes
11: Simple Shifts, Lasting Change: Practical Steps to Develop Spiritual Habits That Stick
How do we put into practice what Jesus taught? What does it look like when we take Jesus seriously? In this episode, mindset coach and Shifts and Giggles podcast host Rafer Owens Jr. dives into the spiritual practice of “doing.”We're tal...
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Episode 11
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27:14
10: I'm not the Dr. Oz of Spiritual Practices
What does it really mean to rest in God when you feel spiritually burned out and overwhelmed by all the ‘shoulds’? In this episode, we explore why collecting spiritual practices—like Dr. Oz-style prescriptions—isn’t the point, and wh...
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Episode 10
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11:25
9: Daily Examen for Busy Humans: Simple Steps to Notice God
Life is full, and sometimes finding space for God feels hard. In today’s episode I’m sitting down with you — coffee in hand — to explore the Examen, a daily reflective spiritual practice developed by St. Ignatius of Loyola. We’ll cover why it m...
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Episode 9
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16:45
8: From Physical Movement to Spiritual Connection: Walking as a Faith Practice
In this episode, I explore how something as ordinary as a walk with a friend can become a sacred space to encounter God. I discuss the physical, mental, and spiritual benefits of walking and talking, and share simple ways to turn everyday momen...
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Episode 8
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14:34
7: Embracing Stillness - The Spiritual Practice of Lying on the Floor
Feeling stretched thin by work, family, and life’s constant demands? In this episode of Rest for the Worn and Weary, we'll explore an unexpected but deeply restorative practice: lying on the floor. If you’ve been searching for stress relief and...
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Episode 7
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14:58