Episode 3: Breaking Free from Survival Mode: How to Cultivate Joy and Rest in Your Daily Life (feat. Danielle Anderson)

Are you constantly on the go, feeling like rest is just another thing you should do—but never have time for? In this episode of the Restful Teacher® Challenge, Danielle Anderson, Trauma-Informed Speaker, Wellness Coach, and Embodiment Practitioner, joins Michelle Singh to unpack the deep connection between our nervous system, survival mode, and true rest. 

🎧 Tune in to discover: 

✅ How to recognize the signs that you're stuck in survival mode 

✅ Why hustle culture keeps you from resting and what to do about it 

✅ Simple breathing techniques that activate your body's relaxation response 

✅ How to retrain your nervous system to embrace rest instead of resisting it 

✅ Practical ways to integrate joy into your daily routine 

Danielle explains how awareness, small habit shifts, and intentional choices can help you move from constantly pushing through to actually enjoying your days—without guilt. 

💡 Key Takeaway: 

Rest isn't just a luxury—it's a necessity. When you prioritize joy and mindful moments, you create a ripple effect of well-being for yourself and those around you. 

📌 Start today: What’s one simple, joyful practice you can commit to?