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In this Wellness Wednesday episode, we explore the importance of planning rest and recovery to avoid burnout and maintain overall wellness.

Ray shares personal experiences with overwhelm and how failing to schedule real rest impacted physical activity, nutrition, and mental clarity.

By prioritizing rest, we can stay consistent with exercise, make healthier food choices, and restore mental focus.

The episode highlights how planning downtime prevents the shame cycle of "not doing enough," especially for those with mental health challenges like PTSD, anxiety, or ADHD.

Listeners are encouraged to schedule rest as a key part of their wellness journey, remembering that "if you fail to plan, you're planning to fail."