Rest is Radical

Rest is Radical

Join us in rest.

We know that rest is radical. We invite you to slow down and experience the radical act of rest. Join us for our next rest offering.

Join us for Free Event
Rest is Resistance Book Study
 Beginning February 26th
Running for 4 weeks.

Rest is Resistance Book Study

We will gather for four Sundays in February + March to support each other in rest as we read Tricia Hersey’s work Rest is Resistance.

February 26th, March 5th, 12th, 19th
3-4:30 pm PST | 5-6:30 pm CST | 6-7:30 pm EST

If you sign up, please take a moment to find or purchase your copy of Tricia Hersey’s book if you haven’t already: https://thenapministry.com/

We are designing this book study with rest at the center. We ourselves are slow readers. We hold the intention to make this a low-obligation book study space. Regardless of how much you have read, you will be supported to engage in a conversation and practice of rest in support of Black liberation, knowing that this is the way all people become free.

This is a free event as we want to amplify the work of Tricia Hersey.

The capitalist systems we live in are designed to value constant productivity. Sleep deprivation and hustle culture have been normalized.

As a result, rest often gets put on the backburner.

Maybe you can relate. Sound familiar?

  • You are awake to the urgent needs of our time.

  • The demands of making a difference and making an income have you go-go-going non-stop.

  • You are used to saying “yes” to what you “should” do rather than what you want to do.

  • Even when you do have time to rest, you don’t rest.

  • You aren’t even sure what activities bring rest and joy.

And as a result…

  • You feel guilty even carving out time for rest.

  • You are burnt out and exhausted.

  • You notice a sense of urgency with everything you do.

  • You feel like you are in constant motion.

  • You feel awkward and uncomfortable when you do have time to rest.

  • Rest comes as a complete crash only once your body has said enough.

What if we told you that rest has the power to transform our movement work? We believe the world we seek is inherently found in the
rest and pleasure we invite into our lives.

When you join us for the
Rest is Radical Offerings…

  • You’ll find a new way of relating to rest seeing it as an important part of the change-making work you are up to.

  • You’ll get clear on what brings you joy with the support of a community of like-minded folks.

  • You’ll experience less “self-sabotage” and more self-appreciation.

  • You’ll learn tools that support you in making rest a joy-filled, life-vitalizing experience.

  • You’ll get real-time practice in implementing rest regularly into your life.

  • You’ll learn coaching principles that’ll support you in inviting rest into your life regularly.

About Women Forward Coaching 

We are ICF trained and certified coaches on a mission to support progressive women to step into power. We're building a movement of inspired women and gender-oppressed folks who challenge the norms and center the margins. We exist to close the gender leadership gap, doing so to create the world we know is possible. We believe in a world in which all expressions of life are honored.

Meg Beliveau (she/her) is an ACC & ICF certified leadership coach, certified licensed trainer, and course leader through the Academy for Coaching Excellence. She has a background in Recreation Management and Community Development. In her work, Meg coaches progressive democracy champions, nerds, organizers, innovators, and leaders to make their most meaningful contributions to impact systemic change. 

Cyndi Otteson (she/her) is a mother, ACC certified leadership coach, former political candidate, non-profit leader, and an award-winning marketer. Cyndi coaches progressive candidates, activists, and visionary leaders like you to take authentic, consistent action toward creating the equitable world we know is possible.

Q+A

  • These offerings are open to anyone who is interested in inviting rest into their lives and anyone who is dedicated to the values and vision of Women Forward Coaching. While this session will likely bring in many women, it is open to everyone.

  • Our next offering is a Rest is Resistance Book Study happening on Monday’s in February + March starting on the 6th from 3-4:30 p.m. Pacific / 6-7:30 Eastern. We will host our sessions on zoom. Once you have registered you will be sent a link and calendar invite.

  • As a result of our time together you will 1) identify any road blocks or challenges you experience in getting to rest, 2) clarify the activities that bring you joy and renewal, 3) set clear intentions and a goal for your rest, 4) take steps towards implementing your rest vision.

  • While we love recordings, to preserve the confidentiality and comfort of the space, we will not be offering recordings at this time. That said, we may be creating a self-paced Rest is Radical session. You can sign up for our newsletter to be notified when it is ready.

  • This next offering is by donation! Any contribution helps us make this accessible for more folks.

  • Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey can be found in some libraries. Be sure to check early ask there may be a waiting list.

    You can also purchase a copy online: https://thenapministry.com/