Welcome back to the show. Today’s guest is someone whose work is reshaping the way we think about energy, burnout, and leadership. Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith is a physician, researcher, and bestselling author of “Sacred Rest,” where she introduces the 7 Types of Rest; a groundbreaking framework that has transformed lives, workplaces, and leadership cultures across the globe.

In this conversation, we explore how rest is not simply the absence of work, but a powerful tool for recovery, creativity, connection, and sustainable performance. Whether you’re leading teams or just trying to stay afloat in a demanding world, this episode will help you reimagine rest not as a luxury, but as a leadership skill.

Let’s dive in.

Dr Saundra's links:

Website: https://www.drdaltonsmith.com

TedTalk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZGNN4EPJzGk&t=2s

Rest Quiz: https://www.restquiz.com/quiz/rest-quiz-test/

'Sacred Rest' (Book): https://amzn.eu/d/aUmJ7CW