Why Rest Feels Unproductive & How to Rewire That

Does resting make you feel guilty? Do you find yourself unable to sit still without thinking about your to-do list? You’re not lazy, broken, or unmotivated—you’ve just been conditioned to believe rest isn’t productive. In this powerful and heart-opening episode of Gettin’ in the Grove, we’re sitting down, coffee in hand, and unpacking why rest feels so hard, the neuroscience behind our discomfort with slowing down, and how to rewire your brain so you can finally embrace rest without guilt. This episode is especially for high-achieving women who are already doing the work—yoga, green smoothies, journaling—but are still running on fumes. Let’s change that.

If this episode lit something up in you—if you felt seen, called out in the best way, or finally gave yourself permission to rest—come hang with me on Instagram @JGroveWellness. Send me a DM and tell me your new rest ritual.

And if you’re ready for next-level support, join The Self-Care Sanctuary—a Voxer group where we keep the self-care convo going, together.

Don’t forget to follow this podcast and share it with a friend who needs to know: You are not lazy. You are healing.

Until next time, rest boldly, love yourself fiercely, and keep Gettin’ in the Grove. 💖