Just as you need the right combination of nutrients to feel nourished, social rest is all about having a healthy balance of solitude and social activities. “Make sure you have quiet spaces where you can be alone to engage in social rest,” Ruan says. Likewise, you need a comfortable place where you can spend time with friends and family. Other examples of social rest include: 

Cuddling with pets

Taking a break from relationships that deplete your energy

Eating a meal alone without any devices

Hosting a laid-back movie night

Chatting with a friend over the phone or in person