How to Live and Work from a Place of Rest (Especially During the Holiday Season)

The holidays are here—or at least it feels like they arrive earlier every year. And if you’re anything like me—or the high-capacity, gifted women I often work with—you may find this season both beautiful and overwhelming. The joy and nostalgia mingle with exhaustion, and somehow, even the most peaceful moments can feel like one more thing to manage.In today’s episode, I’m sharing how I learned to live and work from a place of rest, not just during the holidays but in every season of life. I take you back to a time when I was leading a therapeutic boarding school, running from meeting to meeting, until my body finally said enough. What followed was a long, humbling journey through exhaustion, healing, and eventually, a complete reorientation toward rest—not as something I earned, but as something I received.Together, we’ll explore:How over-responsibility and control can masquerade as “strength”What it really means to live from internal peace—even when life isn’t peacefulThe 3 holistic pillars, supported by research, that supported my healingHow to bring these principles into your daily rhythms—especially during the busy holiday seasonWe’ll also talk about why true rest begins not with clearing your calendar, but with shifting your internal state.At the end, I’ll guide you through a short reflective pause you can return to anytime—a few deep breaths to remind your nervous system.If you loved this episode, come join me for The Gift of Rest — my live holiday virtual event happening next week on 11/19/25! In this interactive workshop, we’ll map out your rhythms of peace, design a holiday season that nourishes you, and create space for what truly matters. 🎁You can sign up here:  The Gift of Rest  Because rest isn’t earned—it’s received. And when we learn to receive it, everything changes.Send me a text -- I'd love to hear your questions for the show!If you're longing for a summer that feels more spacious, supported, and more like yourself again, I'm opening a small number of private mentorship spots this season through The Summer Sanctuary. You can learn more here.RESOURCES & LINKSTake the quiz: Are You a Gifted Woman?Sign up to receive my Sanctuary LettersBook a complimentary Flourishing Call if you're curious about working togetherFollow me on Instagram: @dr.andrealeinLearn more: andrealein.comSUBSCRIBE & REVIEWIf this episode resonates, be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss future conversations — and share it with a friend who’s ready to flourish. 🌿And if you're feeling extra generous, leave a review on Apple Podcasts! Your support helps us reach the women who will benefit from these insights.