Permission to Rest Granted

Dora remembers her first attempt at meditation and how quickly doubt crept in and told her she wasn’t cut out for it. But years later, she starts to notice something else: that voice isn’t proof she’s failing, it’s just trying to protect her. And when she relates to it differentl ... Show More

A night out with friends turns into a quiet moment of reflection. Dora begins to notice how quickly comparison can take hold, even in moments of connection, and what it looks like to stay present instead of getting pulled into where she thinks she should be. Learn more about your ... Show More

A question about inspiration turns into a deeper look at how we spend our time. Dora begins to notice how often we move through life out of habit or expectation, and what changes when we start paying attention to what actually feels meaningful. Learn more about your ad choices. V ... Show More

If you're recuperating after an illness or injury, it's normal to not feel like yourself. Your body needs time to heal so you can get back to your regular activities. Physician Gavin Francis shares practical tips on active healing, deciding which activities to spend your energy o ... Show More

Hello friend, I’m Jody Agard. Sleep is a time for deep recovery, for both body and mind. In tonight’s meditation, we’ll activate your natural ability to heal and recover, guiding you into a restful, restorative sleep. So, get comfy, close your eyes, and let’s drift off together. ... Show More

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 2722: Overindulging in food can lead to guilt and the urge to punish yourself with tough workouts, but Nia Shanks emphasize ... Show More

Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3661: Angelina Lee offers a heartfelt reminder that true restoration comes not just from pausing our bodies, but from quiet ... Show More

You feel guilty for missing a workout. You feel guilty for doing a workout. Guilty for eating the cookie. Guilty for skipping the wine. Guilty for prioritizing yourself—for once.Sis… enough.In today’s episode of That Gym Girl Podcast, we’re calling out the toxic guilt loop so man ... Show More

Hey there, it’s Jody Agard. Sometimes we forget just how much we deserve rest. There are a million reasons to give yourself the space to recharge, and today, I’m going to remind you of just how important it is to take that time. So, get cozy, take a deep breath, and let’s give ou ... Show More

🔥 ⁠NEW F*ck The System Resistance Checklist Freebie | DOWNLOAD⁠⁠🔥 NEW Global Crisis Holding Sessions | BOOK NOW⁠🍉 ⁠⁠SUPPORT FAMILIES IN GAZA | Follow this link to donate ⁠⁠⁠In this episode, I'm giving you permission to feel exhausted. Acknowledging the systems that keep us dis ... Show More

“I want you to give yourself permission to live in this rule of thirds,” says host Cait Donovan, borrowing a concept that Olympic runner Alexi Pappas recently shared online. Alexi's coach told her that anything you're doing right will feel a combination of good, bad and just neut ... Show More