Wendy K Laidlaw

#169 Dr Joseph Jebelli - Rest The Brain To Do More

16 Oct 2025

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Dr. Joseph Jebelli is a neuroscientist, author, and science communicator celebrated for making complex brain science accessible and deeply human. His research and writing explore how our brains function beneath the surface revealing that moments of rest, stillness, and daydreaming are NOT signs of laziness but essential states for creativity, emotional health, and high performance. In this enlightening conversation with Wendy K. Laidlaw, Dr Joe shares how understanding the 'resting brain' can transform how we live, think, and feel, helping us achieve more by doing less. And that resting the brain may enable you to do more, achieve more yet get more pleasure from life. In this episode, Dr. Jebelli explores: - The discovery of the "default mode network" - the system that becomes most active when the brain is "resting."- Why doing nothing can spark creativity, insight, and emotional regulation. - How rest strengthens the connection between body and mind, improving physical and mental performance. - The myth of constant productivity and how overactivity drains clarity and decision-making. - Why rest and reflection are vital for integrating experiences, forming memories, and finding meaning. - Practical ways to invite more brain rest into everyday life, from quiet walks and journaling to mindful pauses between tasks. - The neuroscience of intuition; how rest helps the subconscious mind solve problems before we're aware of it. Dr. Joseph Jebelli reminds us that 'rest' is not an indulgence but a essential way to tap into the brain's SECRET superpower for renewal, creativity, and genuine intelligence. Enjoy! Purchase this wonderful book 'The Brain at Rest' on Amazon https://amzn.eu/d/1utx0Wz #DrJosephJebelli #WendyKLaidlaw #TheBrainAtRest #TheEmotionologist #NaturalHealing #EmotionalHealth @DrJosephJebelli @WendyKLaidlaw @TheEmotionologist

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#169 Dr Joseph Jebelli - Rest The Brain To Do More

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