The Importance of Rest in Trauma-Informed Practice with Candace Wallace
April 30, 2025
In this episode of Mindful Management, host Shenandoah Chefalo speaks with Candace Wallace, founder of Seeds of Life Consulting and certified trauma-informed coach. Join them as they discuss the critical importance of rest in trauma-informed practice, strategies for implementing sustainable rest practices, and how organizations can support a culture of rest and recovery.
In this episode of Mindful Management, host Shenandoah Chefalo speaks with Candace Wallace, founder of Seeds of Life Consulting and certified trauma-informed coach.
What You’ll Learn
- An in-depth understanding of the multi-dimensional nature of rest
- How busyness can be a trauma response and the indicators of it
- The seven domains of rest and how to apply them to daily life
- Practical strategies for incorporating rest into daily routines
- The connection between rest and organizational effectiveness
- Creating workplace cultures that support rest and recovery
- The ways in which financial trauma impacts one’s ability to rest
- The importance of courage in advocating for rest
Candace Wallace is a seasoned consultant, coach, and the visionary founder of Seeds of Life Consulting. With nearly two decades of experience across public and private sectors, she has dedicated her career to developing and implementing health equity-centric initiatives. Her work is deeply rooted in trauma-informed practice and community resilience strategies.
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References
References
- Candace Wallace on LinkedIn
- Candace Wallace Personal Email: [email protected]
- Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey
- Emotionally Healthy Spirituality by Peter Scazzero
- Discerning the Voice of God by Priscilla Shirer
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