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Jan 2025
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Recharging for a Balanced Life

Headspace Studios
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Productivity thrives on proper rest. Sam explores the 7 types of rest—physical, mental, sensory, creative, emotional, social, and spiritual—and shares tips to stay refreshed and energized for a busy lifestyle.

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