🎧 Self-care isn’t a vibe. It’s a practice—and it’s time to get real about it.

In this powerful kickoff to the new series on Medium Lady Talks: Summer of Real Rest, Erin unpacks the uncomfortable truth about modern self-care: we’re spending our time, money, and attention in all the wrong places.

If you’ve ever wondered why journaling, green smoothies, or a perfectly lit bath still leave you feeling exhausted and overwhelmed—you’re not alone. In Episode 142, Erin shares the self-care advice she’d give if she wasn’t worried about hurting your feelings.

✨ You’ll learn:

• The difference between dopamine-driven habits and sustainable self-care
• Why rest that actually restores you won’t go viral—and that’s the point
• How to spot the real cost of your “wellness” routines
• What it means to stop outsourcing your peace and start reclaiming your attention

This isn’t a makeover or a challenge. It’s an invitation to slow down, soften, and ground yourself in practices that build resilience—like bedtime, boundaries, and real journaling.

If you’re ready for a summer that nourishes instead of depletes, you’re in the right place.

🛏️ Stay tuned for upcoming episodes in the Summer of Real Rest series—each one offering mindful, manageable shifts that support your nervous system and reconnect you with yourself.

💬 Let Erin know what “real rest” means to you over on Instagram @medium.lady—and share