I need to balance Self-Care and Rest

The Art of Balancing Self-Care and Rest In this episode, we explore the importance of self-care and the distinction between mere rest and true relaxation. The conversation delves into practical strategies for meaningful self-care and the significance of setting boundaries. Shout-Outs, Shout-out: Friends of the Show: • Yari De Leon - Yahira DeLeón, LMSW Therapist (Bilingual - Spanish) Yahira DeLeón is a dedicated Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) with a Master’s Degree in Social Work Yahira founded "Transcends" Through this organization, she offers educational initiatives, professional development, and direct services to victims and survivors of human trafficking and gender-based crimes https://transcends.life/• Shout out to Civil Conversations Podcast, where host Liz, explores NYC policy and politics with NYC civil servants. Visit her website at Civil Conversations Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/civilconversationsnyc/ • ADHD and Other Things Featuring (Pronounced Jah da) Jay'Ada Mercedes A podcast about ADHD: what it is and how it impacts our relationships and shapes our life experiences—at home, at school, and at work. https://aboutadhdandotherthings.buzzsprout.com/2105961/episodesSleep & Rest Statistics There are seven types of rest:• Physical (sleep, stretching, deep breathing)• Mental (quieting an overactive mind)• Sensory (disconnecting from screens & noise)• Emotional (processing feelings, talking to a friend)• Social (resting from energy-draining relationships)• Creative (reigniting inspiration)• Spiritual (connecting to something greater than yourself) The Science of Rest & Sleep• 35% of adults in the U.S. report getting less than the recommended 7 hours of sleep per night. (CDC, 2023)• Sleep deprivation costs the U.S. economy $411 billion annually due to lost productivity and health issues. (RAND Corporation, 2017)• Lack of sleep increases the risk of heart disease, obesity, depression, and impaired cognitive function. (National Sleep Foundation, 2023)• 85% of people use electronic devices before bed, leading to lower sleep quality. (Sleep Foundation, 2023)• Only 1 in 3 people feel they get enough mental rest daily, even when they aren’t physically tired. (Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith, 2021) Book Recommendations1. "Why We Sleep" – Dr. Matthew Walker 2."The Sleep Revolution"—Arianna Huffington 3."Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity" – Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith 4. "Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less" – Alex Soojung-Kim Pang 5. "The Miracle of Mindfulness" – Thích Nhất Hạnh 6."Burnout: The Secret to Unlocking the Stress Cycle" – Emily Nagoski & Amelia Nagoski Connect with me:•My website: www.3madeit.com• Instagram- @therpersonaldetailsposdcast •FB https://www.facebook.com/PodcastThree • YouTube- www.youtube.com/@thedetails3•Three Made It Crochet - check out Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/threemadeit. IG: @3madeitcrochet• My current publication for sale on Amazon: One Day At a Time, Writing Journal -https://a.co/d/0eVFSGlqb. The Hibiscus Writing Journal- https://a.co/d/iXT4gd2 #womenleaders #thepersonaldetailspod #nycpodcaster #3madeit #spreadlovetheCrochetway #details #personaldetailspod2025