“If you’re looking for an invitation into emotional, physical, and spiritual restoration, look no further. This book is a nudge to come back home to yourself.”
—Alex Elle, author of How We Heal
“Through lyrical words, the weaving of poetic musings, and deep wisdom about rest as a practice and portal, Octavia F. Raheem meets us exactly where we are, while inviting us to change through the act of resting. Rest Is Sacred is medicine that guides us into a deeper connection with the pulse of everything and the Divine. This potent magic is essential for the times.”
—Michelle Cassandra Johnson, author of Finding Refuge and We Heal Together
“Rest invites you to a place of emotional and spiritual restoration. Through heartfelt reflections and practical insights, Rest Is Sacred is a call to return to your true self, offering a path to reclaim your inner peace and well-being.”
—Light Watkins, author of Travel Light and Knowing Where to Look
“In Rest Is Sacred, Octavia Raheem will help you dissolve your ‘urgent life for a softer one,’–and you’ll never be the same. I’m grateful for her powerful writing.”
—Danielle LaPorte, author of How To Be Loving
“Allow these healing words from Rest Is Sacred to wash over you like a tidal wave of love that awakens you to your wholeness. You are worthy of rest, and Octavia F. Raheem gently guides you towards this knowing with each word, prayer, and sutra in this Divine collection of remembrances.”
—Tracee Stanley, author of Radiant Rest and The Luminous Self
“Reclamation of our clarity through rest and contemplative writing is a deep gift; Rest Is Sacred is at once prayer, poetry, invocation, and truth telling. Far beyond self-care, rest is a vehicle for honoring yourself, your process, and your healing. Octavia F. Raheem’s words will bring you swiftly to your heart with each sutra in this beautiful, vital book.”
—Elena Brower, author of Practice You and Softening Time