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Rest Is Resistance

Tricia Hersey

Rest Is Resistance challenges the belief that exhaustion equals success. Tricia Hersey invites us to reclaim rest as a sacred practice, a pathway to healing, and a powerful act of resistance against systems that profit from our burnout.

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At a Glance

"Rest is a form of resistance because it disrupts and pushes back against capitalism and white supremacy."

Why This Book Matters

Black Fortunes matters because it restores a hidden chapter of American history—one where formerly enslaved African Americans not only survived freedom, but built wealth, businesses, and generational legacies against extraordinary odds.

These stories challenge the narrative that Black economic success is new or rare. Instead, they reveal a long tradition of entrepreneurship, land ownership, and strategic vision that has often been erased or overlooked.

This book reframes what Black success looks like—and who gets remembered for it.

Key Themes

• Rest as resistance and liberation
• Healing from productivity culture
• Black wellness and collective care
• The connection between body, spirit, and freedom
• Challenging capitalism and systems of exploitation
• Reclaiming time, energy, and self-worth
• Community healing and sustainable activism

What You'll Learn

Black Fortunes offers more than historical biographies—it provides lessons in leadership, perseverance, entrepreneurship, and the importance of preserving overlooked stories. Readers will leave with a deeper understanding of how Black Americans shaped the nation’s economic history despite extraordinary obstacles.

Reflection Questions

What messages have shaped the way I view rest and productivity?
Where have I confused exhaustion with success?
How can rest become a more intentional part of my healing?
What systems or expectations prevent me from caring for myself?
How does caring for myself strengthen my ability to support others?
What would change if rest was viewed as essential rather than optional?

About the Author

Tricia Hersey is a spiritual teacher, artist, activist, and the founder of the Nap Ministry, an organization dedicated to exploring rest as a form of resistance and liberation. Through her work, Hersey challenges the ways capitalism, racism, and productivity culture disconnect people from their bodies and humanity. Known as the “Nap Bishop,” Hersey combines history, spirituality, and social justice to encourage collective healing and the radical reimagining of rest. Her work has inspired a global movement centered on care, restoration, and liberation.

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