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The Art of Resting in a Hustle Culture with Milicent Johnson
Episode 2231st March 2025 • Everyday Yellow™ • Charisse M. Williams
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In this illuminating episode of the Everyday Yellow™ podcast, host Charisse M. Williams welcomes Milicent Johnson, the founding executive director of the Octavia Fund and a passionate advocate for rest, restoration, and collective liberation. Together, they explore how reclaiming rest can be a radical act of self-love and empowerment—particularly for Black women and those engaged in deep social change work.

Key topics discussed include:

✨ The transformative power of rest as a tool for liberation

✨ Breaking free from the burnout cycle and redefining success

✨ Milicent’s personal journey from overwork to creating sacred spaces for restoration

✨ The emotional and psychological impact of living from a place of “restful receiving”

✨ The role of joy in building a sustainable, fulfilling life

To learn more about Milicent Johnson’s work in creating rest and restoration spaces, click here. Follow her journey and gain insights on sustainable well-being by connecting with her on LinkedIn by clicking here. 

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You can also learn more about Charisse and her work on her website.

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