Rest Menu

The Rest Menu is a therapist-created resource designed for people who are exhausted, overstimulated, and not sure how to actually rest in a way that feels restorative. It’s especially helpful for high-achievers, overthinkers, and “go-to” people who tend to default to scrolling, numbing out, or pushing through when they’re depleted.

Inside, you’ll find a curated list of rest ideas organized by the kind of support you might need in the moment — whether you’re mentally fried, emotionally overwhelmed, physically drained, or craving comfort, quiet, or connection. Instead of asking yourself “What’s wrong with me?” or “Why can’t I get it together?” this resource helps you ask a more useful question: “What kind of care do I actually need right now?”

What’s Included

A thoughtfully organized “menu” of restorative rest options Ideas for different energy levels and nervous system states Gentle, realistic options that go beyond “just take a bath” A tool you can return to again and again when you’re overwhelmed or running on empty

How to Use It Use the Rest Menu anytime you feel depleted, dysregulated, burned out, or stuck in the “I need a break but nothing sounds good” spiral. You can keep it saved on your phone, print it out, or return to it whenever you need help figuring out what might actually support you.

You don’t need to do it perfectly or use it in a specific way. Just scan the options, notice what stands out, and choose the smallest thing that feels accessible.