# 72– Heather Allmendinger- Rest Is Resilience: The Science Behind Rest

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Podcast: [Embracing Flow](https://stenobird.com/podcast/embracing-flow-6710823)
Published: 2025-09-10T04:05:00+00:00
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## Resource

In this episode of Embracing Flow, Heather Allmendinger — Queen of Flow, health coach, and women’s health advocate — reframes rest as a strength, not a weakness. She explains how listening to your body’s signals to pause supports cortisol regulation, hormone balance, nervous system recovery, and long-term resilience. You’ll learn why rest is a science-backed strategy for clarity, focus, and sustainable energy — especially during transitions like perimenopause and menopause. ✨ Key Takeaways: • Rest regulates cortisol and reduces stress overload • Parasympathetic nervous system and vagus nerve play vital roles in recovery • Sleep is foundational to hormonal and metabolic health • Aligning with natural rhythms builds clarity, focus, and resilience

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