I got lazy last week, and don’t feel guilty about it
The Myth of Hustle Culture
I’ll admit it: I love sleeping in. Waking up past 10 a.m. feels like a luxury, and honestly, it’s one of the reasons I became my own boss—I just can’t do early mornings.
But as the daughter of a single immigrant parent who fled communism and poverty, I grew up believing my worth was tied to how much money I made. From an early age, I was taught that hard work and money were the ultimate tickets to freedom.
That narrative hits hard, doesn’t it? Maybe you can relate.
Unpacking the Hustle Mentality
Our parents’ generation often saw hustle as a necessity for survival. My mom, who grew up in a house without a bathroom, instilled that mindset in me. It’s a generational narrative born from resilience, but in today’s world, it’s also a fast track to burnout.
After years of chasing “more” and surviving physical and mental exhaustion, I’m done. I’m unapologetically in my “Lazy Girl Era”—and it feels amazing.
Permission to Rest: Why I Skipped My Weekly Newsletter
Last week, I didn’t write my weekly newsletter. No short emails, no typing late at night to stay “top of mind.”
Instead, I was on my couch, watching Tropic Thunder with my favorite blanket and a bowl of white cheddar popcorn. My team messaged me to write the newsletter, but I turned off Slack notifications and fully leaned into rest.
And you know what happened?
❗Nothing.
❗No one cared.
❗No business was lost.
In fact, two new amazing members joined my PR program while I was busy doing nothing. And here you are, still reading this blog.
The Truth About Building an Aligned Business
This experience reinforced an important truth: you don’t have to run your business based on “shoulds” or guilt. The online world often glorifies hustle, with people bragging about never missing a post or podcast episode. But that doesn’t have to be your path.
Building a business that aligns with your values and energy is not only possible—it’s essential. When you stop forcing yourself to conform to unsustainable expectations, you create space for genuine connection and growth.
A Permission Slip to Let Go of Guilt
So here’s my takeaway: you don’t need to live a life of “shoulds.” We’ve all accumulated enough guilt to last multiple lifetimes. It’s time to let go of that weight and build a business—and life—that truly feels good.
Before I head back to Netflix, I want to hear from you:
What are YOU no longer willing to feel guilty about this summer?
Let’s chat about it on one of our small group calls when you join our PR program.