Episode 144: What Type of Rest Have You Been Missing? A Deep Dive Book Review of "Sacred Rest" by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith

Welcome to a new episode of Medium Lady Talks, part of our Summer of Real Rest series. Today, we’re diving deep into the book that inspired the framework for this entire season: Sacred Rest by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith.

Have ou ever felt exhausted even after a full night of sleep? You're not alone—and you're not just tired, you're depleted. Dr. Dalton-Smith’s book introduces seven distinct types of rest—and it turns out, most of us are missing more than one.

In Episode 144 of Medium Lady Talks I walk you through the key takeaways from the book, how it aligns with the self-care values we explore on the podcast, and what this framework might mean for you—especially if you're ready to shift from burnout to real rest.

✨ In this episode:

• Why sleep isn’t the only kind of rest we need

• The seven types of rest (and how to identify what you’re missing)

• My honest thoughts on the author's religious perspective

• How this framework intersects with boundaries, burnout, and unmet needs

• A quiz to help you discover your own rest deficits

• And why I believe rest isn’t a reward—it’s a requirement

Whether or not you plan to read the book, you’ll leave this episode with practical insights to help you reflect, reset, and reclaim your energy.

📝 Mentioned in this episode:

• Take the Rest Quiz: restquiz.com

• Check out the book from your local library Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore your Sanity by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith

• Follow the podcast so you don’t miss upcoming episodes in the Summer of Real Rest series

• Let me know your rest needs on Instagram @medium.lady

📚 Medium Lady Talks is a podcast about self-awareness, sustainable self-care, and creating a life you love—with medium effort. Let’s take care of ourselves with the intention we deserve.

 

This episode is part of our “Summer of Real Rest” series—time to call ourselves in to a true commitment to the soft work of feeling better one step at a time. 

 

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Other Related Episodes (for your enjoyment):

 

Episode 70: My Life-Changing Perspective on Having the Best Summer EVER

Episode 103: Four Questions to Free Yourself from Summer Stress Part One

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