Saying NO to Hustle Culture - My Conversation on The Rich Immigrant Podcast

In a world that glorifies the grind, is there space for rest? Can we achieve success without subscribing to the hustle-at-all-costs mentality?

These are some of the questions I explored as a guest on The Rich Immigrant Podcast. In this conversation, I opened up about my journey of unlearning hustle culture, redefining success, and embracing rest as a vital part of wellness.

The Hustle Culture Trap

For so long, many of us have been conditioned to equate busyness with productivity, and productivity with worth. And as someone that has moved around a bit and worked in various countries, I constantly felt the need to “prove my worth” and show that I had earned a seat at the table. The pressure to always be “on,” to push harder, and to constantly prove ourselves can be overwhelming—especially for women, immigrants, and entrepreneurs. But what happens when we step back and ask ourselves: At what cost?

For me, it took intentional work to shift my mindset. Rest is not laziness. Slowing down is not failure. True wellness comes from balance—honoring our bodies, setting boundaries, and creating space for restoration.

Why Rest is a Power Move

In the episode, I share how I’ve redefined my relationship with work and success by prioritizing wellness. Instead of measuring my worth by how much I accomplish, I focus on alignment, purpose, and sustainability. I’ve learned that when we rest, we show up better in every area of our lives.

This shift isn’t easy, but it’s necessary. And I know I’m not alone in this journey.

We went EVERYWHERE in this conversation - from career to marriage to motherhood, to the actual day when I decided it was time to make a change! I think you’ll find something you can benefit from listening to this conversation.

Join the Conversation

I invite you to listen to the full episode on The Rich Immigrant Podcast, available on Apple Podcasts and all major podcast platforms like Spotify.

Once you’ve tuned in, I’d love to hear from you:

• How do you navigate hustle culture?

• Have you found ways to prioritize rest in your life?

• What does success look like for you beyond the grind?

Drop a comment below or share your thoughts on social media using #RestOverHustle. Let’s continue this important conversation—because success should never come at the expense of our well-being.

With rest and intention,