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WHY 'RADICAL REST'?
In today’s fast-paced world, taking time to rest has become a bold and necessary act. In a society that often glorifies busyness and overwork, choosing to rest and recharge can sometimes be seen as a sign of weakness or laziness. We’re often expected to constantly work and achieve to feel successful and valuable.
Because of this, many people push themselves to the edge of burnout, sacrificing their physical and mental health. This constant state of stress and exhaustion can lead to many negative effects, like decreased productivity, mood swings, and even chronic health issues.
By choosing to prioritise rest and self-care, we’re embracing our right to take a break and focus on our well-being. We’re standing up for ourselves and rejecting the harmful idea that our worth is tied to how productive we are.
Taking time to rest has become a bold, radical move because it challenges the norm and makes society face the negative impacts of overwork and constant busyness. It’s a powerful act of self-preservation and a stand against the pressures of modern
RADICAL REST
This time, we’re offering a special edition of our Radical Rest series: The Autumn Embrace – a slow, nourishing afternoon with spiced autumn tea, a deeply relaxing sound bath, and a personal aromatherapeutic massage.
We’ve crafted this experience for you to sink into deep rest - through a calming blend of sound and scent that supports you in fully letting go and aligning with the softer pace of the season.
We’ll guide you through a sound bath using crystal and Himalayan singing bowls, gently washing away stress and tension with their grounding, healing tones. You’ll feel the warm vibrations of the gong wrap around you like a cosy cocoon.
While you're immersed in sound, we’ll offer you a nurturing scalp massage using our own blend of warming autumn essential oils - designed to soothe your senses, calm your thoughts, and leave you with a deep sense of peace and comfort.
To complete the experience, we’ll be serving a special autumn tea infused with warming spices - our own seasonal blend created to comfort, ground, and bring you into the present moment with every sip.
This is your time to slow down, breathe deeply, and reconnect - with yourself and with the energy of autumn.
Whether you’re looking for a pause in a busy week, a release of built-up tension, or simply a mindful moment to rest, we’ve created this space to support your well-being
Date & time: 15th of November 2025 at 4pm - 5.30pm
Place: Fresh Dance and Arts Centre, 44-46 Greenbank Road Greenbank BS5 6EY