S12 E203: Redefining Rest: Beyond Sleep and Downtime

As a working mom, you juggle countless responsibilities—career, family, home, and everything in between. But when was the last time you prioritized yourself? In this episode of Empowering the Working Mom Podcast, we’re diving deep into the importance of intentional self-care and rest—not as a luxury, but as a necessity to prevent burnout. Our special guest, Dr. Marissa Alert, shares the need for intentional self-care and rest to avoid burnout, especially during uncertain and uncomfortable times. This episode is your reminder that you can’t pour from an empty cup—and that rest is a radical form of self-preservation.

Key Empowering Moments:

1. Rest isn’t just sleep or doing nothing; it’s about engaging in intentional activities that restore the body, mind, and spirit.
2. Without intentional rest, chronic stress can lead to burnout and reduced performance, making planned recovery essential for well-being.
3. Rest requires prioritization and planning; small, intentional habits can make rest a sustainable part of daily life.

Empowering Resources:

• ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠EWM Life & Career Coaching Program ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠T⁠⁠⁠he Visionary - Career Development Resource Newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠⁠Fall Guide to Realign Your Career Vision to your Faith⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• ⁠Submit your Prayer Request⁠

About Dr. Alert: Dr. Marissa Alert is a clinical health psychologist, consultant, and speaker passionate about helping organizations combat stress and burnout. As the founder of MDA Wellness, she partners with companies to create a positive, growth-oriented culture that supports employee well-being and engagement. When she is not helping organizations thrive, you can find her traveling, indulging in great food, or dancing—activities that recharge her and bring fresh energy to her work.

Connect with Dr. Alert:Website | LinkedIn

About Latika: Latika empowers working moms through her podcast, coaching sessions, and training programs, helping them reclaim their authority and faith to align their work-life balance and career vision with God’s purpose. With Him, all things are possible.Connect with Latika: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Twitter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠|⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Email⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ | ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ #worklifebalance #realtalk #worklifebalancepodcast #faithpodcast #motherhood #rest #season12 #podcast #EWM #empoweringtheworkingmom #stress #empoweringtheworkingmompodcast #careervision #burnout #rest #wellbeing #mentalwellbeing #intentional #selfcare