This week, Susi Vine explores the potential of a shift from our productivity-driven western lifestyle to one that embraces rest as an essential part of growth and well-being. It’s time to recognize that rest is not avoidance, weakness, or procrastination, but rather an essential part of wisdom, integration, and preparation! Learn how to celebrate the integration that comes from rest and how it can help you thrive in the new year. The episode also includes a special invitation to a Winter's Rest livestream event aimed at celebrating growth and aligning intentions for the upcoming year. Listen in to learn the importance of redefining self-care and incorporating rest for a more resilient and inspired life.

Inside this episode:

• 00:00 Introduction to the Power of Rest
• 00:54 Reflecting on the Past Year
• 02:59 Understanding the True Meaning of Rest
• 11:36 The Consequences of Neglecting Rest
• 22:44 Redefining Self-Care
• 26:00 Invitation to Winter's Rest Event
• 28:58 Final Thoughts and Inspiration

Happified episodes mentioned in the show:

• Grace in Review: See How You’ve Grown Through 2025
• The Gift of Forgiveness: Free Yourself to Thrive

Winters Rest livestream link (Click to get a notification when Susi & Monifa go live!)

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Be well, and thrive!

In this Thanksgiving episode of Happified, host Susi Vine explores the transformative gifts of forgiveness. Discover the emotional, mental, and physical benefits of forgiveness, including reduced stress, better sleep, and improved heart health. You’ll be inspired to see forgiveness as a powerful self-care practice that can enhance your wellbeing and relieve emotional burdens, fostering resilience and restoring longevity. Whether through small daily practices or deeper self-examination, forgiveness is a path to personal healing and healthier relationships. Join Susi for an inspiring conversation packed with actionable insights to help you thrive during the holiday season and beyond.

In this episode:

• 00:00 Introduction and Thanksgiving Greetings
• 00:57 The Importance of Forgiveness
• 02:40 How We are Wired to Remember Pain
• 05:03 The Emotional Impact of Forgiveness
• 12:36 Mental Benefits of Forgiveness
• 17:33 The Physical Benefits of Forgiveness
• 29:05 Practical Steps to Forgiveness
• 40:38 Conclusion and Resources

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The information in this podcast, or in any linked materials, are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any specific health problem, and it is not a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. The content of this podcast is not intended and should not be construed as medical advice. It provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects that are deemed reliable at the time of production.

Always consult with your health care provider so that they can address your specific situation with all the information and knowledge they need in order to provide the fullest extent of medical support that you require.

Be well, and thrive!

This week, Susi invites you to create a more heartfelt and authentic holiday season by focusing on what lights you up. Discover the power of the pause, and ways to avoid the end-of-year rush, with the cultural pressure to achieve more. By knowing your boundaries, prioritizing rest, and cultivating meaningful experiences, you can reclaim your peace and joy throughout the “holly daze”. Susi emphasizes the power of the pause and tuning into your body’s signals in order to create a more nourishing and restorative holiday experience. What if this year was more about prioritizing genuine connections, and unsubscribing from consumer-driven activities? Explore ways to redefine holiday traditions to better align with personal values and energy levels in this insightful discussion aimed at helping you thrive during the holiday season.

Inside this episode:

• 00:00 Introduction and Holiday Season Overview
• 00:33 Flipping the Script on Holiday Stress
• 01:06 Embracing a Heartfelt and Authentic Holiday
• 02:02 The Power of the Pause
• 03:03 Avoiding Holiday Pressure and Commitments
• 05:24 Checking in with Yourself
• 08:10 Your Body’s Telling You Something
• 10:29 Practical Tips for a Gentle Holiday
• 11:21 The Importance of Rest
• 12:51 Creating Meaningful Experiences
• 18:53 Setting Boundaries and Redefining Traditions

Don't forget to leave a comment or review to share how these tips resonate with you!

Find links to Happified on your favorite podcast players + search all episodes by topic at happifiedlife.com, and join the conversation in the Live with Less Stress facebook group.

The information in this podcast, or in any linked materials, are not intended to diagnose, treat or cure any specific health problem, and it is not a substitute for professional medical expertise or treatment. The content of this podcast is not intended and should not be construed as medical advice. It provides general information and discussions about health and related subjects that are deemed reliable at the time of production.

Always consult with your health care provider so that they can address your specific situation with all the information and knowledge they need in order to provide the fullest extent of medical support that you require.

Be well, and thrive!