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EPISODE · Feb 26, 2026 · 15 MIN

Burned Out, Mama? Why Rest Isn't Wasted Time (And Why God Slows You Down to Prepare You for More)

from Planted on Purpose: Conversations for today’s Busy, Christian Mom where holistic health replaces burnout and joy reclaimed by planting faith, growing purpose, & cultivating an intentional life. · host Aurie Riley

BLUF:⁠Free Workshop⁠⁠Morning Rhythm Reset⁠⁠Sonshine AcademyFeeling burned out… but still telling yourself to push harder? What if nothing growing in your life right now is actually a sign thatyou’re being invited to rest—not do more? In this episode, we’re talking about why constant productivity leads toburnout, how the lie that rest is “wasted time” keeps you stuck, and what it looks like to embrace holy rest as a busy, working mom. Because in the garden, soil isn’t meant to produce nonstop.It needs seasons of stillness to restore and prepare for deeper growth. And so do you. If you’re exhausted, overwhelmed, or feel like nothing is workinganymore—this is your permission to pause. Rest isn’t quitting.It’s preparing the soil for what God wants to grow next. ✨ Break Free from “I’m Fine” Living: How to Cultivate a Grounded Life & Finally Drink Your Coffee While It’s Hot🗓️ March 20th⏰ 10:00 AM CSTJoin me for a live coaching session where we’ll simplify your life, uncover what’s actually draining you, and create a grounded rhythm that works.👉 Save your seat: ⁠[Link]⁠If you’re ready to stop overhauling your life every few weeks and start building something that actually lasts…Sunshine Academy helps working moms go from:Overbooked, overwhelmed, and exhausted➡️ To calm, structured, present, and well-restedBecause real transformation doesn’t come from doing more.It comes from doing the right things in the right season.👉 Learn more: ⁠[Link]⁠If you’re exhausted from trying to fix everything…Start with one simple shift.The Morning Rhythm Reset will help you:Create calm before your day beginsIncrease your energy and patienceReplace chaos with clarity✨ Small. Simple. Sustainable.👉 Grab yours here: ⁠[Link]⁠Next episode, we’ll talk about how to create the right environment for growth—because even the right seeds will struggle without the right boundaries, protection, and intention.If this episode spoke to you, be sure to:Subscribe to the showShare it with a friend who needs encouragementLeave a review—it helps more moms find this message

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