In this reassuring and delightfully human episode, John C. Parkin explores the idea that even the most chilled-out, super-relaxed types (yes, even him!) get stressed sometimes. With gentle humour and heartfelt storytelling, John invites listeners to drop their perfectionist expectations and see relaxation not as a fixed destination, but as an ongoing practice.

He shares personal anecdotes — from being mistaken as “not funny enough” after saying "hello" to someone, to peculiar packing anxieties passed down through generations — all to remind us that stress is part of the human experience.

The key difference? Relaxers learn how to respond to stress, rather than eliminate it.

You’ll learn:

• Why “relaxing” is a verb, not a destination

• How our expectations (of ourselves and others) can sabotage peace

• Why even therapists, meditators and spiritual leaders are beautifully imperfect

• The difference between numbing and nourishing relaxation habits

Plus, John plays an excerpt from his Relaxers membership — a powerful nudge that you are already a relaxer… if you’re showing up for the journey.

👉 To go deeper, visit https://www.the-relaxers.com/podcast - where John has a Special Training Video for you, revealing - 'How to Crack Stress by Learning The Habits of Those Who Aren't' - For Podcast Listeners Only.