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Welcome to the Blissful Life Podcast's Radical Rest Series, hosted by Samantha Gregory. 

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In this episode, our guest Melanie Huestis shares her personal journey and insights on radical rest, intentional rest, or deliberate rest. 

Melanie discusses her experiences with stress and burnout in the male-dominated financial industry, her diagnosis of panic disorder, and her path to recovery through rest and self-care. 

With practical tips on managing your nervous system, finding moments of joy, and creating genuine connections, this episode provides valuable strategies for busy women to incorporate rest into their daily lives. 

Tune in to learn how putting yourself first can lead to true success and a blissful life.

00:00 Introduction to Radical Rest

00:05 Meet Melanie Hustis

00:50 Melanie's Journey with Panic Disorder

02:11 The Pressure to Perform

04:00 Forced to Rest: Melanie's Experience

06:40 The Path to Healing and Spirituality

09:11 The Importance of Authentic Connections

10:59 Practical Rest Strategies

14:59 Advice for Busy Women

20:30 Final Thoughts and Farewell

To learn more about Melanie Huestis and her work, visit http://melaniehuestis.com or follow her on social media @MelanieHuestis. 

She specializes in helping women reclaim their lives through rest and intentional living, offering guidance that’s both practical and profound.