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Why I Gave Up on Hustle Culture

Why I Gave Up on Hustle Culture

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Alex McGinness
Feb 13, 2025
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For years, I was obsessed with productivity hacks, morning routines, and squeezing every drop of efficiency out of my day. I devoured books, podcasts, and articles from so-called "hustle culture" gurus promising that if I just woke up earlier, worked harder, and pushed through burnout, I’d achieve success. Spoiler alert: I didn’t.

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