Confessions of a Non-Believer in the ‘Hustle Culture’

I know, I know… we should all praise the RIGHT side of the picture. But I don’t.

I’m often asked why I’m not a fan of the so-called ‘hustle culture.’

There are several reasons.

For one, I don’t like the pressure it puts on people always to be ‘on.’

There’s this expectation that you have to be grinding 24/7 to be successful.

And secondly, I think it’s just plain old unhealthy.

Here are some more thoughts on why I don’t believe in the hustle culture…

👉The Pressure to Be ‘On’ All the Time is Unsustainable

The hustle culture pumps out this message that you must be working all the time to succeed. This is not true. Yes, hard work is essential, but so is taking breaks and recharging. If you’re always ‘on,’ you will eventually burn out. And when you do, it will take twice as long to get back up to speed. Sustainable success comes from finding a balance between work and rest.

👉It’s Just Plain Unhealthy

Another reason I’m not a fan of the hustle culture because it’s just plain unhealthy. When you’re under constant pressure to perform, it affects your mental and physical health. Stress can lead to health problems, from anxiety and depression to heart disease and stroke.

So if you want to stay healthy, you must find ways to relax and de-stress regularly. That doesn’t mean you have to quit your job and move to a remote island — but it does mean making time for things that make you happy and help you unwind (whatever those things may be).

I don’t believe in the hustle culture because it’s unrealistic, unhealthy, and unsustainable.

Yes, hard work is essential — but so is taking care of yourself. So if be genuinely successful, find a balance between work and rest. Trust me, your body (and mind) will thank you for it!