Rest Without Guilt — 1-Day Program for Burnout Recovery
Rest Without Guilt & Return to Renewal
A gentle, psychologist-designed 1-day journaling & coaching experience to help you pause, release burnout pressure, and restore your energy without guilt — in one calm, contained session.
Blending Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and self-compassion in a supportive, non-judgmental way — without pushing through exhaustion, earning rest, or judging yourself for slowing down.
Designed by Tessa, MSc Psychologist
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What you’ll receive
✔ A focused 1-day burnout recovery reset for exhaustion, overdrive, and difficulty resting
✔ 1 complete AI-guided coaching session — one interactive, copy-paste experience you can return to anytime (±30 minutes), usable with any free AI chat
✔ A 15-page downloadable PDF workbook with energy-tracking tools, mindful reflections, and gentle check-in moments
✔ Quick support prompts for high-pressure days, fatigue, or guilt around rest
✔ Instant digital access · reuse anytime
Perfect For
- Anyone recovering from burnout, chronic fatigue, or the heavy weight of emotional exhaustion.
- People who feel an immediate wave of guilt or "rest-resistance" the moment they try to slow down.
- Those seeking a psychologist-guided way to reconnect with their body and lower the pressure of "having to do it all."
- Anyone ready to stop the cycle of pushing through and discover how to rest with true self-compassion.
What You’ll Experience
Recognize what your body and mind truly need to recover
Replace guilt with gentle permission to rest and reset
Rest, reflect, and realign with what truly matters to you.
How it Works
Open any free AI chat tool.
Copy the day’s AI Coaching Prompt Flow into the chat.
Follow the gentle, step-by-step guidance.
Reflect and take one small, values-based action.
What’s Inside
- 15-page digital PDF workbook (instant download, reusable anytime)
- 1 complete ACT-based coaching session
- AI Coaching Prompt Flow (ready-to-use script)
- Moment to Arrive pre-session questions to help you ground before you begin
- Moment to Notice post-session reflection to close with awareness
- Reflection page & checklist
- Affirmation for self-kindness and renewal
- Bonus quick prompts for stressful or low-energy days
- Unlimited reuse — AI adapts to your responses every time
Tessa Geurts-Meulendijks, MSc | Psychologist | Founder of Talk2Tessa
About the Creator
With over 15 years of experience in psychological healthcare, Tessa specializes in blending evidence-based methods—specifically Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Self-Compassion—with modern AI technology. Her mission is to make professional mental wellness tools soft, accessible, and deeply personal. Every Talk2Tessa program is designed to meet you with kindness, providing a safe space to grow at your own pace.
About the Approach
This program is gently grounded in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and self-compassion — evidence-based approaches that focus on making space for difficult thoughts and feelings, reconnecting with what matters to you, and responding with kindness instead of self-pressure.
AI is used as a private, responsive reflection partner to help you slow down, explore your inner experience, and revisit the exercises whenever you need — guided by carefully designed prompts from a psychologist.
No prior knowledge is needed. Everything is offered in a practical, human way — without jargon, techniques to “get right,” or pressure to improve yourself.
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Prefer to explore other themes? Discover psychologist-designed Flow Programs for anxiety, inner critic, burnout, low mood, overthinking, sleep, assertiveness, relationships, and more — each blending ACT, self-compassion, and gentle AI guidance.
Prefer a gentle beginning?
If you’d like to start with something small and gentle, you can try the Free Self-Compassion Prompt Flow — a soft, psychologist-designed introduction to ACT & self-kindness, created to meet you exactly where you are.
Try the Free Self-Compassion Flow →FAQ
Is this program a substitute for therapy or a diagnosis?
No. Talk2Tessa Flow Programs offer psychologist-designed self-help resources and mental health tools. While created by Tessa, MSc Psychologist (15+ years experience), these sessions are not a replacement for clinical therapy, medical diagnosis, or treatment. If you are in crisis or need urgent mental health support, please contact your GP or local emergency services immediately.
How effective is AI Coaching for mental wellness?
Research into Evidence-Based Digital Health shows that combining psychological frameworks like Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Self-Compassion training with interactive tools leads to higher engagement and better emotional regulation. Unlike a static self-help book or a journaling app, my AI Coaching Prompt Flows facilitate "Active Reflection."
By using my psychologist-designed scripts, you aren't just consuming information; you are actively rewiring your response to stress while learning to treat yourself with genuine kindness. This method, often referred to as Computerized ACT (iACT), is a powerful, low-barrier way to build resilience and self-compassion on your own terms. As an MSc Psychologist, I have bridged the gap between clinical theory and modern AI technology to make professional-grade emotional support accessible to everyone.
How does ACT help with my specific challenge?
I have built my programs on ACT principles—a gold standard in modern psychology—to help you navigate various mental health challenges. Whether you are dealing with Anxiety, Burnout, Parenting stress, or Overthinking, the approach I use focuses on:
- Anxiety & Overthinking: Learning "Cognitive Defusion" to step back from racing thoughts and "what-if" loops, seeing them as stories rather than facts.
- Burnout & Low Mood: Reconnecting with your Core Values to rebuild energy and find meaning, even when things feel heavy or exhausting.
- Mindful Parenting: Staying grounded and patient during the chaos. I use Self-Compassion tools to help you lower parental guilt and respond with presence instead of reactivity.
- Sleep & Restlessness: Ending the nightly struggle with insomnia by practicing Acceptance and grounding techniques to quiet a busy mind.
- Assertiveness & Relationships: Building the Psychological Flexibility needed to set healthy boundaries and communicate with clarity.
What is the role of Self-Compassion in these programs?
Self-Compassion is the heartbeat of every Flow Program I design. It is not about 'just being nice' to yourself; it is a science-based practice of meeting your pain and setbacks with kindness instead of harsh judgment.
Drawing from the research of pioneers like Kristin Neff, I have woven specific self-compassion elements into the AI Prompt Flows. This ensures that the AI doesn't just offer logic, but guides you to speak to yourself with the warmth and understanding you would offer a dear friend. For many, this shift from 'self-criticism' to 'self-kindness' is the most transformative part of the experience, providing the safety needed to grow.
What makes these digital workbooks different from standard therapy sheets?
Unlike static therapy worksheets or PDF printables, these programs combine a professional digital workbook with interactive AI Coaching Prompt Flows.
Using principles from Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Self-Compassion, the AI acts as a 24/7 supportive guide that doesn't just ask questions, but responds to your specific reflections with warmth and clinical insight. This creates a much deeper, more personal experience than a traditional journal—it’s a safe space where you can process heavy emotions and learn to treat yourself with kindness, exactly when you need it most.
Will I feel a difference after just one session?
Yes. My programs are built to provide an immediate "pattern interrupt." When you are stuck in a mental loop, your brain is repeating the same story. By using my AI Coaching Prompt Flows, you are forced to engage with your thoughts in a new, interactive way.
Most users report a sense of mental spaciousness and relief within the first 15 minutes. This isn't because your problems have vanished, but because you have successfully "unhooked" from the emotional intensity of your thoughts. Whether you use a 1-Day Reset for a quick shift or start a 6-Day Program for deeper habit change, the goal is to move you from "stuck" to "steady" in a single session.
Is it safe to explore emotions with AI?
Yes. Every Talk2Tessa Flow Program is designed by an MSc Psychologist (15+ years experience) to ensure the guidance is soft, grounding, and non-judgmental. Unlike a standard, unguided AI chat, these professional prompt flows act as a structured path based on proven ACT (Acceptance & Commitment Therapy) and Self-Compassion frameworks.
The AI acts as a neutral, supportive mirror for your thoughts. You stay in full control of the pace: you can pause, skip, or stop the conversation at any time. It is a safe, private space to practice shadow work and emotional reflection without the fear of being judged.
Do I need a paid AI subscription to use the coaching scripts?
No. Every AI Prompt Flow is optimized to work perfectly with the free versions of ChatGPT, Gemini, or Claude. You receive professional-grade AI coaching without any recurring monthly costs.
Do I need to be "good at AI" to use these flows?
Not at all. I have designed these programs for simplicity and mental ease. There is no learning curve and no complex setup.
- One-Step Access: You simply copy the script from the PDF and paste it into the chat.
- No "Prompt Engineering" Required: I have already done the heavy lifting of "prompt engineering" for you.
- Intuitive Interaction: You just talk to the AI as if you were talking to me—authentically and in your own words.
This frictionless design makes it the perfect tool for moments when your brain feels foggy or overwhelmed and you don't have the energy for a complicated "self-help system."
Is this program suitable for neurodivergent minds (ADHD, HSP, Autism)?
Yes, absolutely. While my programs are designed for everyone seeking mental clarity, they are particularly supportive for neurodivergent minds. Because these AI Coaching Prompt Flows are private and available 24/7, they offer a safe, low-stimulation space to process emotions without the pressure of face-to-face interaction, social cues, or fixed appointments.
The combination of ACT and Self-Compassion is highly effective here. It focuses on psychological flexibility—learning to 'unhook' from overwhelming thoughts and sensory overload without the exhaustion of masking. Instead of trying to 'fix' how your brain works, this approach teaches you to meet your unique needs with genuine kindness and radical acceptance. Whether your mind is neurotypical or neurodivergent, these flows meet you exactly where you are, with zero judgment.
Does the AI guidance work in my language?
Yes—fully. The program is designed to be language-agnostic. Simply paste the AI Coaching Prompt Flow into your chosen chat tool, and the AI will automatically detect and respond in whichever language you use. This allows you to explore your inner world and engage in deep reflection in the language that feels most natural and comfortable to you, without losing any professional depth or warmth.
Can I reuse the program and the workbook?
Yes. You get lifetime access to your digital download. Since the AI coaching adapts to your current situation, you can revisit the Prompt Flows and mindfulness exercises as often as you need. It is a reusable self-care toolkit for your mental wellness journey.
Is my information private?
Your messages stay within the AI tool you choose (ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude, etc.) and are not shared with Talk2Tessa. I don’t see or receive anything you write.
AI tools may use conversations to improve their systems unless you switch off data sharing in your account settings — so only share what feels comfortable and avoid personal identifying details.
You are always in control of what you write, and you can pause or stop anytime.
Rest Without Guilt felt like exactly the kind of support I’ve been needing. Lately I’ve been running on empty, constantly pushing myself and feeling guilty the moment I tried to slow down. This 1 day session gave me a calm space to breathe and listen to what was going on inside.
The tone throughout the flow is warm and reassuring, never rushed, never overwhelming. The ACT-based prompts helped me understand why rest feels so uncomfortable sometimes, and they guided me toward a more compassionate way of responding to my own exhaustion. It was comforting to feel so understood, even in an online format.
I also appreciated how simple the structure is. The program doesn’t pile on tasks or information: it creates clarity. The reflection page and affirmation added a grounding moment that stayed with me for the rest of the day.
By the end, I felt calmer and more at ease with taking breaks without needing to “earn” them first.
If you’re overwhelmed, tired, or caught in that cycle of feeling guilty for resting, this is a genuinely supportive and soothing reset. I’m really glad I gave myself this day.
This workbook was exactly what I needed. It helped me take a step back and finally give myself permission to rest without feeling like I was falling behind. The prompts were clear and eye opening.
A great, practical reset for anyone dealing with burnout or constant pressure.
Important Notes / Disclaimer
This program is for personal growth and emotional support.
It is not a substitute for therapy, diagnosis, or medical treatment.
If you feel unsafe or in crisis, please seek immediate professional help.
Grounded in Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (Hayes et al., 1999; Harris, 2007) and Self-Compassion research (Neff, 2003; Gilbert, 2009).
Talk2Tessa offers psychologist-designed self-help tools based on ACT (Hayes, 1999) and Self-Compassion (Neff, 2003). For personal growth and emotional support only — not a substitute for therapy, diagnosis, or medical treatment. If you feel unsafe or in crisis, please seek immediate help from a qualified professional or your local crisis line.