Have you ever fallen into the trap of believing that rest is something you earn — a luxury reserved for when everything is checked off the to-do list.

But in high-pressure careers and leadership roles, the work is never truly done. There’s always another email, another deadline, another fire to put out.

So, we push through. We sacrifice rest. We tell ourselves, I’ll slow down later.

In this article, featured in Law360, Dr. Carol Ross-Burnett, Denise Robinson, and Dr. Marissa Alert highlight why rest is essential for success, well-being, and optimal performance.

You can find the full article here.

Dr. Marissa Alert is a clinical psychologist and the CEO of MDA Wellness, a boutique consulting firm specializing in helping organizations prevent burnout through evidence-based strategies and sustainable solutions. For more information about creating effective burnout prevention strategies for your organization, visit contact us at +1 617-249-3199 or info@mdawellness.com.

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