The Art of Stillness with Arianna Pienaar

EPISODE 78: What to do if you struggle to rest


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If rest feels frustrating, unproductive, or even impossible—you’re not alone. In this episode of The Art of Stillness, we explore why so many high-achieving women find it hard to slow down, even when they know they need to.

You'll learn:

  • The hidden resistance to rest (and what it’s really protecting)

  • How your nervous system interprets stillness

  • Why “doing nothing” can feel unsafe—and what to do about it

  • Gentle practices to build your rest tolerance over time

Whether you’ve been stuck in hustle mode or feel guilty for slowing down, this episode offers grounded guidance, compassion, and practical tools to support your body and mind in recalibrating your relationship with rest.

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