What if rest isn’t something you earn - but something you deserve?

In this powerful minisode, host Karen Dwyer reflects on her laugh-out-loud, heart-opening chat with Wendy Riordan - founder of Nourish and Flow Festival and co-founder of Pitched Perfect Tents.

Together, they unpacked why women are still running on empty, how burnout has become normalised, and why permission to pause might be the most radical act of self-care. This solo episode is a love letter to every woman who’s tired of pushing through and ready to come back to herself.

Whether you’re deep in survival mode or just craving a little more space to breathe — this one’s for you.

🌟 In This Episode, You’ll Learn:

💤 Why rest isn’t weakness - it’s a rebellion

👜 The invisible load women carry (and how to set it down)

📅 Why you need to schedule rest before burnout forces it

🧘‍♀️ How healing happens in the pause - not the productivity

💡 Karen’s favourite metaphor from the episode (hint: it blooms slowly)

💬 The truth about needing help - and why it’s not a failure

🌸 What to do when you’re “on your knees” and out of energy

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🌐 Website: nourishandflow.ie

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