The article discusses the author's journey from being an overly dedicated employee to recognizing the unsustainable nature of such work habits, especially after becoming a parent. It highlights the increasing trend of 'quiet quitting,' where employees disengage subtly without making a fuss, as opposed to the author's proactive approach, termed 'loud living.' This involves setting clear boundaries, communicating needs, and ultimately striving for work-life balance without sacrificing ambition. The urgency of redefining professional success is underscored as more workers feel pressured by unrealistic expectations.
In my twenties, I was the kind of employee managers loved and therapists worried about.
Somewhere along the way, many of us signed this invisible contract stating that success demands sacrifice.
Many employees today just make these shifts subtly- somewhere between 20% and 40% of the workforce are quiet quitters.
This approach-what I've come to call loud living-isn't about doing less. It's about showing up better, with focus and clarity.
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