The Rested You, with Rachel Brownbridge & Guests

Do you find yourself being the one people rely on? The one who holds space, supports others, and keeps everything going? In this episode, we talk honestly about holding and being held, the beauty and the challenge of being the strong one, and the importance of letting ourselves receive support too. Through personal reflections and gentle conversation, Claudia and Rachel explore what it means to so...

In this episode of The Rested You Podcast , we’re joined by Miriam Morgenstern, founder of Bloom with Miriam , for a soft and heartfelt conversation about the body as a resource. Together, we explore what can shift when we begin to relate to the body as something to listen to and trust, rather than something to push or override. We talk about how the body communicates through sensation, how rest a...

In this episode of The Rested You , Rachel is joined by Siw Aduvil, author of the book Hvile , for a thoughtful and honest conversation about rest. Together, they explore why rest can feel so complicated, even when we know we need it, and the stories many of us carry around worth, productivity, and always needing to do more. Siw shares reflections on rest as something deeply human, not something t...

Step softly into 2026 with us. In this episode, Rachel and Claudia share a gentle, honest conversation about how we’re feeling as the new year begins. We explore how to grow and evolve while still taking care of ourselves, and why rest is such an essential part of that journey. Whether you’re looking for a slower start to the year or simply a moment to pause, this episode is an invitation to show...

As the year comes to a close, we wanted to pause and have an honest conversation, just the two of us. In this episode of The Rested You , we reflect on the year that’s been, what this season has asked of us, and how we’re navigating the realities of Christmas. The beauty, the expectations, the tiredness, and the longing for rest. We talk about what’s supporting us, what’s challenging us, and how w...

I’m so excited to share this episode with Anette Haave Åsheim- a musician, vocal coach, and yoga teacher who blends voice, breath, and movement in a deeply grounding way. We talk about how sound can support the nervous system, how breath shapes your inner state, and how Anette’s practice helps people reconnect with calm, joy, and presence. Explore Anette’s work: 🌐 anetteasheim.com If you’re curio...

In this episode, Rachel sits down with Ina Kvam Leraand from Funkmedlivet to explore rest, safety, and the courage it takes to live in alignment with who we truly are. Together, we look at how our early experiences shape the way we relate to safety as adults — and why learning to reach out, ask for support, and let ourselves feel safe in connection is such vital nervous system work. Ina shares her...

What if better sleep could actually help rewire your brain? In this energising and insightful episode, I chat with Dr. Laura Bojarskaité, a neuroscientist and sleep researcher whose work explores how rest and sleep shape our brains — and how they’re essential for memory, creativity, and simply feeling like ourselves. Laura shares what actually happens in the brain while we sleep, why rest is about...

In this first part of our two-part series on sleep, we (Claudia & Rachel) sit down for an open and personal conversation about our own journeys with sleep. From restless nights to deep rest, we share the lessons we’ve learned over the years and how these experiences continue to shape the way we guide others in yoga nidra, sleep, and rest. This episode is a gentle, real-life look at the ups and...

In this playful and candid conversation, Rachel sits down with Michelle Baker to explore the threads of creativity, mentorship, and holding space through life’s changes. Together, they talk about the honesty and curiosity it takes to navigate transitions, the importance of mentorship in both giving and receiving, and how creativity can become a grounding force in uncertain times. This episode is f...

What if rest and movement weren’t opposites — but part of the same conversation with your body? In this grounding episode, Rachel is joined by Olivia Berggren, physiotherapist and founder of Move With Ease , to explore how our bodies speak to us — and how learning to listen changes everything. Olivia shares how her background in yoga led her to, physiotherapy, somatic practices, nervous system awa...

What does it mean to observe ourselves—without fixing, judging, or turning away? In this episode, Rachel is joined by Allie Middleton , medical anthropologist, somatic facilitator, poet, and founder of Limin(allie)ty , whose work lives at the intersection of creativity, embodied practice, and cultural inquiry. Together, they wander through themes of: – What it means to be human in a changing world...

In this episode, Rachel and Claudia sit down together to demystify Yoga Nidra — a practice often called “yogic sleep,” but which offers so much more than just relaxation. Together, we explore: 🌿 What Yoga Nidra really is (beyond the myths) 🌿 The unique benefits it can bring to body, mind, and nervous system 🌿 Why rest can feel so challenging — and so deeply needed 🌿 Our personal experiences gu...

In this nourishing conversation, Rachel is joined by Susanne Bastviken , author, podcast host, and co-founder of Radical Broccoli . Known for her vulnerability and vision, Susi shares how rest, intuition, and softness became her anchors through burnout and a complete life reset. Together, they explore the courage it takes to stop running, to truly listen to your body, and to build a life around yo...

In this heartfelt conversation, Rachel is joined by her dear friend and co-creator of The Rested You , Claudia Menger . Together, they reflect on the roots of their work, the deeper call towards rest, and how listening to the body became both a personal and professional revolution. Claudia shares her journey—from early burnout to becoming a guide for others—and how pregnancy yoga, feminine care, a...

In this first episode of The Rested You Podcast , Rachel Brownbridge invites you into the heart of what rest truly means. Not just naps and breaks—but a deeper, more honest returning to who we really are beneath the noise, the pace, and the pressure. Rachel shares the story behind creating The Rested You , what rest has looked like in her own life, and why she believes it’s time we reclaim rest as...