034 The Crash After the Feast — How to Rest Without Guilt

After the holidays, your body crashes and your guilt kicks in. Here’s how to rest without apology — because recovery is sacred work.

What You’ll Learn

• Why your post-holiday crash isn’t weakness
• How to identify guilt-driven thoughts about rest
• Real-life examples of what true rest looks like
• Mindset shifts to help you rest without apology

Memorable Quotes

• “Recovery isn’t laziness. It’s the part your body’s been waiting for.”
• “Your body doesn’t keep score — it keeps memory.”
• “Rest was never meant to be earned. It’s meant to be part of the rhythm.”
• “You don’t have to bounce back. You just have to breathe.”

Key Scripture “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.” — Psalm 4:8 (NIV) Reflection / Journal Prompt for the Week When was the last time you let yourself rest without guilt? What would it look like to honor your body instead of apologizing for it? One Tiny Step for the Week Write “Rest — nonnegotiable” in your planner. Treat it like any other appointment you wouldn’t cancel.

Resources

• The Rest Without Guilt Checklist -

  A simple, honest look at how to rest before you crash using a one-page checklist that helps you check in with your body, your mind, and your real capacity.

• The Boundary-Setting Script Pack — Your cheat sheet for saying no, asking for help, and protecting your peace this season.

• The Self-Care Toolkit — A cozy collection of checklists, prompts, and practical tools to help you rest, reset, and care for your body with kindness.

Credits Host: April Aramanda Podcast: The Invisible Illness Club Music: Audio Jungle Learn more: theinvisibleillnessclub.com