📖 Reclaim Rest & Bring More Joy with Ximena Vengoechea's Book, Rest Easy!

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We see you—your attention to detail, your drive, your work ethic—but do you have a rest ethic? In her new book Rest Easy, interpersonal communications expert Ximena Vengoechea makes a case for rethinking hustle culture, reclaiming rest, reconnecting with ourselves, and amplifying the joy we find in our daily life.

And here at Outspoken, we’re wishing Ximena a joyful book release day! Here’s a little context:

It’s impossible to miss the ongoing cultural criticism surrounding the relentless pursuit of productivity. Heart disease remains the leading cause of death in the United States, with stress being a primary contributing factor. In addition to physical health, in the past few years, much more attention has been given to mental health in the workplace, from employees demanding better work-life balance and managers seeking to find ways to better support their needs.

In this culture driven by hard work at any expense, many have quit their jobs to battle burnout. The truth is—even that doesn’t always work. But why? In Rest Easy, Ximena explains not only the why, but also the how—how we implement true rest and restoration living within this culture and how we relearn what it really means to thrive.

Are you ready to recharge your life? Relax—we got you! 😉 Check out more on Ximena’s new book below.

 

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REVIEWS:

“Rest Easy is a warm and gentle guide for those of us who struggle to step off the productivity treadmill. Well-researched and based on good science, this book is a refreshing reminder that we are, after all, humans who need and deserve rest.” 

―Celeste Headlee, award-winning journalist and author of Do Nothing 

“This book is a revelation. Vengoechea makes a powerful case for why rest matters, shows us how to vanquish obstacles to rest, and offers innovative techniques for making rest a reality in a too-busy world. Rest Easy explores burnout culture and how we can take agency to overcome it.” 

―Eve Rodsky, New York Times bestselling author of Fair Play 

“Rest Easy has been a revelation for me as a lifelong overachiever who has experienced burnout more times than I care to admit. The book is a delightful blend of science, personal anecdotes, and practical tips that gently nudged me to rethink my relationship with rest. The author offers actionable strategies that even the most stubborn workaholics (like me) can embrace. The practical exercises are game-changers for anyone looking to be happier and live a life with less stress.”

―Melody Wilding, bestselling author of Trust Yourself 

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