Deeply Rested: Anti-Capitalist Conversations for Entrepreneurs

To be a therapist, or not to be a therapist, that is the question... Raise your hand if you’ve thought about stepping away from clinical work 🙋‍♀️Over the past 18 months, many therapists have questioned their desire to continue being therapists… But how do you know if it’s really time to change careers or if you’re just burnt out? Annie Schuessler, founder of Rebel Therapist, joined me to talk about her decision to stop being a therapist and to share her wisdom with other therapists thinking about doing the same. Here’s what you’ll discover: How Annie knew it was time to stop being a therapist (and what it was like to transition from therapy to coaching) The fail-proof Burn Your Therapy License exercise for folks on the fence about what to do next in their careersWhy you should set firm boundaries in your business before making any big changes (and how to do it using a color-coded system) The magical 3-letter metric that’ll guarantee you love your work every day of the year Annie is the kindest and most down-to-earth business coach I know. She is full of wisdom and strategies that’ll help you go from burnt out and uninspired to renewed, refreshed, and ready for the next big stage of your career.Connect with Annie: https://rebeltherapist.me/mini Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today at www.DeeplyRested.com/newsletter.Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

How can we create space for both rest and meaningful action? In this episode, Nancy Guidry joins me again, and we explore how we’re navigating the overwhelming chaos of today’s world. Originally set to be a discussion about our winter sabbatical experiences, this episode takes a turn to address the urgent need for groundedness and stability in the face of uncertainty. We dive into practical ways mission-driven business owners can safeguard their well-being and continue doing meaningful work while protecting their energy and fostering community support.With a focus on energetic boundaries, daily rituals, and embracing the power of community care, this episode provides a much-needed reminder that we can build up resilience to face this moment together.Here’s a sneak peek at what you’ll hear in this episode:How to protect your energy through intentional boundaries (01:15)Why limiting media intake is essential for emotional balance (03:45)Practical strategies for grounding yourself in the morning and evening (08:10)The power of connecting with nature and personalizing your energetic practices (14:30)Embracing joy and play as acts of resistance in turbulent times (20:57)Why community care is key to creating a supportive, resilient environment (25:12)How giving and receiving energy in a balanced way nurtures your spirit (31:22)Also, check out the daily news that Maegan mentioned with no images:  https://whatthefuckjusthappenedtoday.com/ To watch this conversation, check out the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/adyOa8-pKMA In these times of uncertainty, it’s more important than ever to focus on the things we can control: our energy, our connections, and our purpose. Tune in for practical wisdom on how to meet each moment with intention, resilience, and care for yourself and others.

What if stepping into leadership wasn’t about climbing higher, but about breaking free?In this episode of Deeply Rested, I sit down with Sophia Apostol to explore the evolution of leadership in a world that desperately needs systemic change. Together, we unpack the personal, social, and spiritual growth required to lead with authenticity, empathy, and integrity.Sophia shares the pivotal moments that shifted her leadership style from performative to deeply relational, offering insights into how leaders can break free from oppressive systems and create meaningful change. Through candid storytelling and reflection, Sophia redefines leadership as an act of self-discovery—one that allows us to lead with courage, compassion, and liberation.Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode:How early leadership experiences shaped Sophia’s shift toward authenticity (01:16)Why true leadership is about personal growth, not just influence (08:35)How to decolonize leadership and break free from oppressive systems (13:52)Practical steps to lead with integrity while staying true to your values (19:38)The role of radical empathy in transforming how we lead (41:04)The emotional challenges of leadership—and how to navigate them (54:27)The power of community in supporting leaders through change (59:24)Also be sure to check out the references mentioned in the episode:Social Change Ecosystem Map Personality Assessments: https://www.truity.com/ Sonya Renee Taylor's “body hierarchy ladder” from The Body is Not an ApologyTricia Hersey’s Rest is Resistance: A ManifestoSophia’s website: https://sophiaapostol.com/ Sophia’s podcast: Fat Joy with SophiaYou can learn more about Sophia and the work she does at: https://sophiaapostol.com/ Tune in for a powerful conversation about leading with intention, challenging harmful systems, and embracing leadership as a lifelong journey of self-exploration and connection.Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

We live in a society obsessed with passion. I can’t scroll through Instagram without being reminded that my life would be easier if I just surrendered to my passions. There’s an underlying belief that passion is the ultimate antidote to burnout… but is it really?Terri Trespicio, writer, speaker, brand advisor, and the author of Unfollow Your Passion: How to Create a Life that Matters to You, believes passion is a liability that often makes our burnout worse. Terri is on a mission to help creative, service-oriented humans move beyond burnout by rewriting the rules that keep us stuck in the passion trap. In this interview, Terri shares…The key to preventing passion from becoming another item on the to-do list How your relationship with “the rules” is contributing to your burnout A powerful 3-part prompt to help you rewrite “the rules” and take control of your lifeWhy you should really give yourself permission to half-ass everything 🙌Terri also shares the real antidote to burnout—this is KEY if you want to recover from burnout and live your happiest life. Hint: it has nothing to do with passion! 😉Finally, Terri and I discuss why the typical work/life balance suggestions don’t resonate for us and suggest a different paradigm that might be the key to truly enjoying your life as an entrepreneur. Connect with TerriCheck out Terri’s free mini-course The Passion Trap: https://territrespicio.com/trap/Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

Is your bleeding heart holding you back from achieving financial freedom in your business? Whether you like it or not, your success—and your personal happiness—are tied to your money mindset. If you’re like most business owners, your relationship with money could use some work.In today’s episode of Deeply Rested, I’m joined by Tiffany McLain, creator of Lean In. MAKE BANK., to help you heal your money mindset and build the business of your dreams.You’ll learn: How Tiffany’s bleeding heart and low fees inspired her to become a premium fee advocate2 key questions to ask yourself before starting a second business (and avoid burnout)The truth about running two businesses—and the boundaries you need to protect your sanityTiffany’s 4-step process to charge guilt-free premium fees so you can achieve financial freedom while doing more good in the world—Step #3 is GOLD!If you want to stop overworking and undercharging, and finally run a business that gives you the financial freedom you deserve, this episode is for you.Tiffany is humble, wise, and incredibly inspiring. I can’t wait for you to hear this conversation!Connect with TiffanyGet the Fun with Fees Calculator: https://leaninmakebank.com/fee-calculator/ Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

What does it mean to be an ethical business owner? 🤔 You aim to operate an ethical business, you try to stay out of trouble, and you avoid doing harm to your clients and colleagues. But is that enough? It’s a great start, but your ethical journey shouldn’t end with good intentions!Gina Gomez, Business Strategist and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Advisor, joined me to talk about the specific actions we can take to strengthen our business’ ethical foundation. In this conversation, Gina guides us through… The common fears that hold us back from making empowered ethical decisions Why your ethics should be uniquely defined by you (+ the questions that’ll help you define them)How to use your code of ethics to guide you through tricky ethical situations Key considerations for running a business that puts people over profits Gina also shares compassionate ways to cope with inevitable ethical missteps, reminding us that no one is perfect and we’re likely to make mistakes as we navigate our way through the world. If you’re ready to become wildly successful without using business tactics that are exploitative, manipulative, or harmful, this conversation is for you.Connect with Gina GomezCheck out Arista Management Group: https://aristamanagementgroup.com/Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

Does the thought of being visible make you break out in a cold sweat? If you find yourself avoiding blog posts, podcast interviews, or networking events, you’re not alone. For many entrepreneurs, the fear of being seen can hold us back from truly sharing our incredible businesses with the world.In today’s episode of Deeply Rested, I’m joined by Mai-kee Tsang, The Sustainable Visibility® Mentor. Mai-kee is here to help us overcome our fears around visibility and avoid burnout with her Sustainable Visibility® method.Here’s what we cover:What it really means to be visible and how to choose a strategy that suits your needsThe importance of using consent and safety checks so you feel safe and supported in your visibility effortsHow to honor your energetic capacity with the 3 E’s for Sustainable Visibility®3 steps to accurately calculate the time and energy a visibility activity will requireThis last piece is key to avoiding overwhelm and burnout when marketing your business. I wish I had learned this years ago!Mai-kee’s trauma-informed approach to visibility is fresh, grounded, and deeply intentional. I’m thrilled for you to experience this wisdom for yourself.Connect with Mai-keeSubscribe to Mai-kee’s Inside Insights Newsletter: https://maikeetsang.com/insideinsightsOr get her $9 Cuppa Catch Ups Mini-Workshop (this is an example of a Sustainable Visibility® Strategy): https://maikeetsang.com/cuppaYou can find Mai-Kee online at https://maikeetsang.com/ and at https://www.instagram.com/maikeetsang.Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

How happy would you be if you could drastically reduce your workload without sacrificing your income?If you’re like most therapists I know, the answer is VERY HAPPY. As therapists, we’re conditioned to serve others until we have absolutely nothing left to give. This pattern is contributing to an epidemic of therapists who are overwhelmed, exhausted, and burned out.Joe Sanok, podcaster, consultant at Practice of the Practice, and author of Thursday is the New Friday: How to Work Fewer Hours, Make More Money, and Spend Time Doing What You Want, is here to share valuable insights into how we can create a change that improves all of our lives for the better. Here’s what you’ll discover in this conversation… The real reason you’re conditioned to overwork (and what you can do change the narrative)How to release the grit, hustle, and grind mentality that’s keeping you stuck in burnout How to slow down as an ambitious therapist with big dreams for the future (→ this is the key to turbocharging your business growth!) Actionable strategies you can implement today to help you transition to a 4-day workweek. Joe also shares his take on the Aesop’s The Tortoise and The Hare fable… guaranteed to make you rethink the logic of “slow and steady wins the race”. If you’re ready to make Thursday your new Friday (and come on, who isn’t?!), grab a notebook and settle in for this action-packed masterclass with Joe Sanok. Connect with JoeIf you're looking to level up, Joe's team helps with podcast management, social media support, and other consulting services. Get access to their free Podcast Checklist at PodcastLaunchSchool.com. Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

What if your business could thrive by rejecting traditional capitalist values and embracing a slower, more intentional approach?In the final episode of 2024, Deeply Rested host Maegan Megginson and business manager Nancy Guidry take you behind the scenes of their transformative year. Maegan and Nancy share the highs and lows of deconditioning from capitalist paradigms, fostering transparency, and integrating symbiosis into their business practices. Maegan and Nancy reflect on pivotal moments from the past year, including the decision to close profitable programs, the rewards of hosting the Deep Rest Retreat, and their commitment to prioritizing well-being alongside business needs. They also provide practical reflection questions to help you evaluate your own year and explore how these insights might shape your personal and professional growth. Here’s a look at what you’ll discover in this episode: How Maegan and Nancy integrated anti-capitalist values (00:54) Behind the scenes of the Deeply Rested team and their journey (03:33) Embracing slow growth and seasonal planning (26:11) Lessons learned from hosting the Deep Rest Retreat (58:08) Planting seeds for a purpose-driven 2025 (01:14:00) To watch the video version of this discussion, check us out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/yfKMY6Jlp7MReflection Questions to End Your Year with IntentionWere there any moments in this conversation that resonated deeply with you? Why did they resonate? What do you want to do with that information?As you reflect on 2024, can you identify what felt good and what didn’t? How did these experiences impact you? What changes might you make based on this awareness?How can you honor the season of winter in your life and work? How can you reflect the themes of rest and stillness in your business and personal practices?Take time to journal your thoughts and explore these questions deeply. Consider asking yourself “why” multiple times to uncover the core of what these reflections mean to you.Our Business Partners Mentioned in the EpisodeUpswept Creative: Web Design and Online Marketing for Small Businesses https://www.upsweptcreative.com/ Ashley Dickson-Ellison: Podcast Management https://www.ashleydicksonellison.com/ Amanda Tjarks: VA/Marketing https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandafailla/ Join us for this conversation as Maegan and Nancy share their vision for a business that prioritizes rest, community, and meaningful work. Whether you’re looking to reflect on your own year or explore a more intentional way of doing business, this episode has practical wisdom and actionable ideas.Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter

What if you had a roadmap to rediscover your true self and unlock your most authentic life?On the latest episode of Deeply Rested, host Maegan Megginson explores the transformative power of Human Design with Jessica Rose, a Human Design coach. Maegan and Jessica dive into how Human Design offers a lifelong journey of self-discovery, helping you align with your most authentic self and magnetically attract the life and work you’re meant for. Jessica shares how understanding Human Design can help you break through the stuckness many of us feel in our personal and professional lives. From discovering your unique energy type to deconditioning from societal expectations, this conversation is a rich blend of wisdom, compassion, and practical advice for living with greater authenticity and ease. Here’s a glimpse into what you’ll hear: How Human Design helps you reconnect with your true self (00:32)What to do when you feel stuck in life or work (02:37)An overview of the five Human Design energy types (18:53)Why your thinking brain can’t solve everything—and what can (39:37)The power of trust and surrender in finding your purpose (45:09)How authenticity creates magnetism in life and business (46:43)Using Human Design to build self-trust and connection (57:39)Even if you're brand new to Human Design, this inviting conversation will explain what it is and how it can add meaning to your life. Join us to discover how Human Design can help you step into your purpose, reduce stress, and finally become deeply rested. You can watch this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/iXjYFSHIEqY Access this free resource for finding your Human Design chart  - https://www.geneticmatrix.com/ Connect with Jessica RoseAccess Jessica’s Free Guide: Amplify Your Impact with Human Designhttps://www.bydesignwithjess.com/ Mentioned in this episode:Want deep rest inspiration delivered directly to your inbox? Join the Deeply Rested newsletter for weekly emails that will help you deprogram from hustle culture and opt out of urgency in your life and business. Plus, you'll be the first to hear about new podcast episodes, Deep Rest Retreats, and other offerings from Maegan. Subscribe today by clicking the link.Join Our Newsletter