203. But I Don't How to Rest so I End Up Eating

Jun 25, 2025

Ever feel like food is the only way you’re allowed to rest?

In this episode, we dive into the complicated overlap between rest, productivity, and eating — especially when slowing down feels wrong. 

We talk about using food to procrastinate, to collapse, or "let go" … and the cultural guilt that makes true rest so hard to claim. 

If you’ve ever felt anxious doing nothing (unless snacks are involved), this one goes there.

00:49 The Struggle with Rest and Productivity

01:38 Exploring the Concept of Rest

03:36 Restorative Activities and Personal Reflections

05:58 The Role of Food in Rest and Procrastination

17:01 The Fear of Losing Momentum

18:49 Understanding Compulsive Eating

19:12 Functional vs. Emotional Eating

19:54 Binge Eating as a Coping Mechanism

20:56 The Pressure to Keep Going

21:51 Balancing Responsibilities and Self-Care

23:56 The Importance of Rest

25:00 Personal Experiences with Overcommitment

29:13 Navigating Hyper Productivity

35:20 The Right to Rest and Restore

 

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