Hey there, it’s Gianna Badot, and I want to welcome you to another insightful post inspired by my podcast, now called The Awakened Self Podcast. I’m a certified hypnotherapist, meditation teacher, and coach, and if you’re here, you’re probably someone who struggles to truly relax, rest, or just be. If that hits home, you’re definitely not alone—and this blog is for you.
Let’s dive right into why relaxation feels so impossible for you, why sitting still can trigger discomfort, and what you can do about it to become the most awakened, present version of yourself.
Why Is Relaxation So Hard?
Growing up, many of us were subconsciously programmed to believe that our worth is tied to hustle, achievement, and constant doing. Maybe you learned from your parents, caregivers, or the world around you that rest equals laziness, and that “success” requires relentless effort.
But what most of us don’t realize is that this programming runs deep. We keep ourselves in go, go, go mode as a way to feel safe, as a way to prove our value—sometimes even as a way to avoid uncomfortable emotions. The more we stay busy, the less time we have to face the inner feelings lurking below the surface.
Your Subconscious Rules the Game
It’s not just about what you choose to do each day; it’s about the subconscious stories you’ve been carrying. Most likely, you’ve learned:
- Hustle means safety and worthiness.
- Rest feels risky (or just plain lazy).
- Keeping busy helps you avoid pain or unpleasant feelings.
Even if you tell yourself consciously that rest is important, your subconscious may still sabotage you, pushing you to keep moving and proving yourself. Sound familiar?
High Performers Need Relaxation Too
I work with all kinds of high performers—entrepreneurs, corporate execs, parents, healing warriors. Across the board, one thing remains true: The more you learn to relax intentionally, the more successful, present, and fulfilled you become. Busy-ness is a false protector. It will burn you out and prevent you from growing.
When you choose real relaxation (not numbing out with Netflix or endless scrolling), you allow yourself to recharge, heal, and actually awaken to what you need in order to thrive.
What Happens if You Don’t Address It?
Avoiding rest and stillness is like putting a lid on a pot of boiling emotions. Eventually, what you push down will rise up—often explosively—making it even harder to cope. Facing your programming and those hidden emotions now will save you years of pain down the road.
How to Start Rewiring Your Mind for Relaxation
- Get Honest: The first step to awakening is being raw and real with yourself. Why have you been avoiding stillness? What “truths” have you absorbed about rest, worthiness, and achievement?
- Reprogram Your Subconscious: You are not a robot doomed to survive on hustle alone. You can learn new patterns—but it starts with awareness.
- Choose Quality Rest: Find ways to nurture yourself: meditate, read, walk in nature without distractions, be present with family, or simply sit in silence and allow emotions to surface.
- Get Support: If slowing down feels especially difficult (especially because of childhood trauma), working with a guide or coach (like me) can be incredibly helpful. Apps like Rewired, which I often recommend, can guide you through the process step-by-step.
The Path to Becoming the Awakened Self
Don’t buy into the myth that slowing down makes you weaker or less successful. In reality, stillness is what gives you true strength, self-awareness, and clarity. As you practice genuine rest, you’ll notice perfectionism and procrastination start to fade, leaving space for presence, focus, and joy.
If you’re ready to reclaim your life from autopilot hustle, embrace your truth, and awaken to your Self, tune in to The Awakened Self Podcast for ongoing support, real-life stories, and actionable advice.
For deeper healing or one-on-one coaching with me, check out the resources and application links in the description of each podcast episode.
Remember: Rest isn’t just for “lazy” people—it’s for everyone who wants to live an awakened, empowered life.
With love,
Gianna Badot
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The Awakened Self Podcast is where the science of the subconscious mind meets the wisdom of the soul for conscious leaders, seekers, and mothers on a self-development journey.
Hosted by Gianna Badot, Holistic Life Coach, Hypnotherapist, Meditation Guide, and founder of The Rewired App, this show is an invitation to slow down, breathe, and wake up to yourself and your life in the deepest way.
Each week, Gianna blends subconscious reprogramming, emotional healing, and spiritual awakening to help you:
💫 Understand your subconscious mind and the patterns that shape your reality
💫 Reconnect with your intuition, nervous system, and natural inner peace
💫 Integrate success, motherhood, and spirituality in a grounded, embodied way
💫 Live and lead from your awakened self — the version of you that feels whole, peaceful, and fully alive
This podcast is for the conscious human ready to wake up — not just to their potential, but to presence itself.
Because awakening isn’t about escaping your life…
it’s about finally being here for it.
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