22. Menopause, Sleep and the Myth That Rest Must Be Earned

Do you ever feel guilty for slowing down?  Do you tell yourself you'll rest once everything is done, only to realise the list is never actually finished?  In this episode, I share a conversation I had with a friend that made me stop and think about how many of us move through life constantly doing, giving and looking after everyone else, while putting our own needs at the very bottom of the list.  We explore why recovery is not a luxury, reward or sign of laziness, but an important part of supporting our wellbeing during menopause.  I'll also talk about the connection between recovery, sleep, nervous system regulation and why many women find themselves running on empty without even realising it.  If you've been feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, constantly busy, or struggling to give yourself permission to slow down, this episode is for you.  As always, we'll finish with some gentle reflections and practical ways to start creating more recovery in your daily life.  ______________________________________    Get your free menopause & sleep tracker here:   https://subscribepage.io/X9hxGn   Download your free 7-day evening prompt & ritual journal:  https://subscribepage.io/PIkVHS   Book a free 121 coaching 30-minute intro call:    https://cal.com/cbcoachingltd/30min?overlayCalendar=true   Contact me:   Email - [email protected]   Website - https://www.cbcoachingltd.co.uk/   Linktree - https://linktr.ee/cbcoachingltd