Back To The Dog House The Still Point: What to Do When You Can’t Rest, But Can’t Push Either There is a particular stage of overwhelm that feels unbearable. You are too tired to push. But too activated to rest. Lying down feels restless. Doing things feels impossible. This is not laziness. It is a transition state — and it requires a different approach. Stop Aiming for Rest If your body cannot settle, forcing rest often backfires. Instead, aim for: Neutral activity Gentle rhy