This episode explores why is it so difficult to just stop—to let go of the need to control every detail of our lives, even for a few moments?

Louise noticed this huge problem when inviting guests to relax into the day at Scented Garden Private Spa, facing resistance, unease, twitching muscles ...

But she did notice that when told to stop, they did it, and were extremely grateful !

Louise highlights 3 main reasons for our difficulty in stopping:

1. The Illusion of Control - we are trained to believe that hard work pays and we must control every part of it.

2. The Physiology of Tension - we are constantly wired to "go", to fight potential threats, including unread emails!

3. Cultural Programming - we live in a culture that labels rest as "being lazy."

So many reasons why we have forgotten how to relax, but this episode offers a few ideas on how to address these issues.

In the second half of the episode there is a wonderful relaxation : A moment of Stillness, for you to enjoy.