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Ep 153 Burnout, Productivity, and Why Rest Is the Missing Skill
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- What Could Go Right?
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- May 21, 2026
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Summary
What if you’re not stuck because you need to push harder—but because you don’t know how to rest? E xplore how growth works more like sailing than constant effort—progress depends on rhythm, not nonstop pushing. R est isn’t always stopping, but sometimes switching gears. Discover how sailors naturally adjust instead of forcing their way forward. You’ll also learn how to tell the difference between fake rest and the kind of recovery that actually restores clarity and energy. If you’ve been feeling tired, stuck, or like your effort isn’t paying off, this episode will help you find a more sustainable rhythm for moving forward. ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Rate. Review. Subscribe. Try Living on a Sailboat for a Week: No experience required—and yes, you’ll take the helm. Not a party charter. Not a certification course. A small-group, hands-on sailing experience that’s been called the “unicorn of sailing trips.” See if it’s your kind of adventure: Sail with us. Erik + Emily Memoirs: Seven at Sea: Why a New York City Family Cast Off Convention For A Life-Changing Year On A Sailboat Knock: The Spiritual Journey of a Door-to-Door Salesman Connect with Erik + Emily: Email Subscribe to Encouragement Youtube Like, Comment, Subscribe Instagram Facebook