When Rest Feels Unsafe: Breaking Free from Hustle Culture

When was the last time you truly rested — without guilt?In this episode of Pause the Noise, Brian Stokes, Dr. Saarah Nicolas, and Coach Lena Wilson get honest about why so many of us struggle to slow down. From childhood conditioning and hustle culture to the real cost of burnout, they unpack why rest feels unsafe and what we can actually do about it.Whether you're an entrepreneur with no off switch, a parent running on empty, or someone who eats lunch at their desk every single day — this conversation will challenge how you think about productivity, worth, and what it means to truly take care of yourself.Pause the Noise gives you permission to reflect and reset. New episodes weekly.