Holly Hughes shares her journey of leaving her dream job shortly after starting, realizing the toll that hustle culture and societal expectations were taking on her well-being. Despite her successful career in charity work and freelance writing, she experienced burnout and felt disconnected from her true self. By intentionally choosing to 'just be,' Hughes rekindled her love for writing, allowing her creativity to flourish again while also navigating the complexities of self-identity in a demanding social landscape.
A week into my dream job, I quit. It was a bold move to step away from what seemed ideal and instead focus on balance and personal fulfillment.
Returning to writing reignited my creativity, reminding me of the joy and authenticity of expressing my thoughts, which I had neglected.
In the mid-20s hustle culture, I was caught in a cycle of work and social commitments, leading to burnout. It was a necessary wake-up call.
Becoming 'a Karen' in some contexts means standing up for social justice, but it also reflects a struggle with societal expectations and personal desires.
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