The Six Types of Rest

Rest is more than simply taking a nap. In today’s episode, Aniesa discusses the six types of rest and how you can relax and recharge without having to close your eyes to sleep.

KEY TAKEAWAYS 

• Mental rest: when you feel like there’s too much going on and you need a break, find a simple task you can do to give yourself a mental rest.
• Sensory rest: bright lights, groups of people, and loud music can cause you to need sensory rest. Take time to remove yourself from distractions, lay in a dark room, and relax.
• Creative rest: if your job requires you to use creative energy, allow yourself the time to find balance and feed your soul away from your desk.
• Emotional rest: it takes energy to bottle up your feelings. Take a moment to process your emotions - record voice notes, talk to someone, or write them down.
• Social rest: spend time with people who support you, bring out the best in you and feed your soul. Give time to the people who recharge your energy, and don’t drain your batteries.
• Spiritual rest: ground yourself. Volunteer, check in with people and take a moment to realise all that is beyond the physical self.

BEST MOMENTS 

“People I speak to say, “I’m always tired. I woke up tired. Sometimes I sleep really well, but I just don’t feel rested. I feel exhausted.” there are actually a number of different types of rest that will help prevent this feeling of exhaustion, burnout, and overwhelm.”

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ABOUT THE HOST

Aniesa completed her degree in Occupational Therapy at the University of Stellenbosch, in South Africa. She has since been focusing on paediatrics and sensory processing and integration. She has worked across a range of paediatric fields and has extensive experience in autism, specific learning difficulties, as well as anxiety and emotional regulation. 

Aniesa has one teenage son with autism, and one with sensory difficulties. She herself was diagnosed at a late age as having ADHD and has found that understanding her neurodivergence has led to a greater connection with children and their parents. 

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