Hustling Hard, but With Heart - Why This Blog Exists
It is 2025. I will turn 40 next month. I never thought I'd be blogging again. Somewhere between navigating career chaos or (lack thereof starting May), paying bills, and figuring out why my life is somewhere between being stuck and can't seem to keep up, I stopped writing long ago. Life got busy. Work got overwhelming. And honestly? Hustle culture made it seem like slowing down to reflect was a luxury I couldn't afford. But here I am—because I realized something: Hustling without heart is just running in circles. Why Hustle Alone Isn’t Enough We’ve all been sold the same dream: Work harder, grind 24/7, and success will follow. But no one talks about the burnout, the constant second-guessing, or that feeling of “Is this all there is?” The truth? Hustle is necessary—but so is purpose. So is knowing when to push and when to pause. So is recognizing that success isn’t just about money or titles, but about building a life that actually feels good to live. ...