#55 How I'm Navigating a Deep Rest Cycle Without Worrying About Losing Momentum

In this solo episode, Annie peels back the curtain on something most people avoid talking about: the power of a deep rest cycle. Not burnout. Not collapse. A conscious pause that feels wildly countercultural in a world obsessed with constant motion.

Sharing from her own current rest season, Annie explores what it means to step back without losing your edge, how to honor your energy when your body says pause, and why rest might be the most strategic move you make all year. This isn’t about quitting. It’s about recalibrating.

You’ll hear why different people experience rest differently (yes, even the go-go-go ones), how ignoring your rest cues can lead to resentment and disconnection, and what Annie’s doing to stay rooted while still holding the vision forward.

Whether you're a leader, creator, entrepreneur, or someone whose identity is tied to doing, this one is your permission to breathe, stop forcing, and listen in.

Key Takeaways:

• Why intentional rest isn’t a setback. It’s a set-up for what’s next
• The difference between burnout and a sacred rest cycle
• How to move forward without hustling
• The danger of ignoring your energetic cues
• What real productivity looks like when you're honoring your rhythm
• Why stillness doesn’t mean you’ve lost your spark

If this episode allows you to exhale a little more, share it with someone else who’s been questioning their pace. And if you’re ready to recalibrate your life, business, or leadership with intention instead of pressure, come find Annie on Instagram @our_luminous_life, leave a review or explore ways to work together at ourluminouslife.com.

Your rest is not a weakness. It’s where your power is building.

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