Hey there, sunshine! Welcome back to the Neurodivergent Creative Podcast. I'm your host, Caitlin Fisher, and today we're diving deep into a topic that affects us all: the glorification of being busy.
In our fast-paced world, it often feels like being busy is a badge of honor. We're constantly hustling, striving, and filling our schedules to the brim. But have you ever stopped to ask yourself why? In this episode, we'll explore the culture of busyness, the dangers of glorifying it, and how you can reclaim your life by finding balance.
Key Points:
How to recognize and challenge the glorification of busyness
Necessary busyness vs. Unhealthy hustle culture
The importance of embracing downtime and self-care
How to create sensory experiences that promote relaxation and enjoyment
Noteworthy Quotes:
“We don't have to love our jobs to go to them and make money. That's fine. But you don't have to exhaust yourself in order to earn rest or earn time off or earn play. You deserve to do nourishing things.”
"That kind of busy is a sacrifice to our capitalist overlords who want us to be tired so that we do not understand that they are oppressing us. I'm not here for it."
"We have, ‘I must burn things to keep myself warm.’ And we don't love that. We have dumpster fire, which is, ‘I must be directly contributing to the dumpster fire of society's obsession with productivity and hustle culture.’ We don't like either of these fires. These are not good fires. The fire that I would like to see is the passionate fire in your heart."
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TL;DR aka THE GIST:
In a world that glorifies busyness, it's essential to take a step back and reevaluate your priorities. Remember this: "YOU DON'T HAVE TO BE BUSY ALL THE TIME!" Embrace a balanced life, one that includes work, rest, play, and self-care. Finding that equilibrium is the key to living a more fulfilling and joyful life in this crazy, hectic world.
So, next time someone asks you how you're doing, let go of the need to say, "I'm good, but really busy." Instead, proudly declare that you're taking steps to nourish your body and soul, finding contentment in the spaces between the chaos. Love yourself, mean it, and prioritize what truly matters.
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