Joseph Jebelli talks to Anita Roy | The Brain at Rest

We’re constantly badgered to do more, to aim higher, to make the most of our time. Our phones and social media, which pose as a break from work, only keep our minds over-stimulated and anxious.

In The Brain at Rest, Joseph Jebelli explains why stress is so damaging and introduces us to the brain’s ‘default network’ – the circuitry that helps us daydream, reflect and imagine. He shares tips on reorganising your life to prioritise sleep, finding silence, walking and spending time in nature. Rest is not a lazy alternative to work, but an essential part of it.

“Activating the default network can enhance your intelligence, creativity, social empathy and long-term productivity. It can improve your health and help stave off neurological disease.” Joseph Jebelli

Joseph will be in conversation with Anita Roy – a writer, editor, environmentalist and regular contributor to The Guardian Country Diary.

The event takes place in our venue for the weekend, RISE. So come along early for an afternoon coffee and cake onsite at the wonderful Rye Bakery and enjoy the last few events of our fabulous festival.

This event is part of the Consider the Wondrous | nature, wonder, books & us festival.