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😴 17h of Sleep

You have been warned!

Marlene Konu
Aug 30, 2023
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Hey Rockstar!

Hope you're crushing it in business and life (while also making time for a Netflix binge or two, because balance, ya know?).

Today's chat?

Listen, I need to spill the tea on something important.

Maybe you noticed I didn’t sent you mt Sunday’s Newsletter.

Maybe not, it’s fine.

Put your coffee down, because I've got a cautionary tale that involves a bed, a stopwatch, and an unfortunate 17-hour snooze fest.

The Scene:

Last weekend, I was glued to my laptop like cheese on a pizza.

I was smashing goals, drafting content, drowning in my coaching offer & handling my move.

I felt like a Business Superhero - think Tony Stark but with fewer gadgets and more Notion Database.

The Plot Twist:

The Universe threw me a curveball, or rather, a bedball (that’s a thing, right?).

I woke up feeling nauseous, dizzy, and as lifeless as a squished bug on a windshield.

My verdict? Burnout.

Yes, the ‘B’ word we all dread but pretend doesn't exist, like the 'seen' notification on a risky text.

The Aftermath:

I couldn't stand up.

Literally.

My body said, "Nah, you’re gonna stay here and reflect on your choices."

I slept for 17 hours straight. Yep, 1-7! Even my cat thought I had turned into a decorative cushion.

Here's What I Shouldn't Do:

  • Hustle like there’s no tomorrow: Tomorrow comes, and it might slap you in the face if you're not careful.

  • Ignore the body signs: If you’re feeling fatigue, it's not a Netflix glitch. It's a sign.

  • Skip meals for meetings: A growling stomach will eventually turn into a roaring headache.

What I’ll Start Doing More:

Take Short Breaks:

Seriously, set a timer if you have to. Every 60 minutes, just step away from the laptop, and stretch, or do a mini-dance session. Whatever floats your boat!

Mind Your Mind:

Meditate. Breathe. Daydream about your next vacay. Just give your brain some room to breathe. It’s not a storage closet.

Nourish to Flourish:

Eat. Hydrate. Repeat. Don’t let the hunger games begin in your stomach.

Listen.

Don't wait till you're lying in bed wondering if you've turned into a human vegetable.

Take breaks NOW.

Treat your body like the temple it is, not a machine that churns out invoices and tweets.

Till then, be awesome, stay hydrated, and for the love of all things good, SLEEP.

Much love,

Marlene 🤗

P.S. Got any self-care hacks that work for you? Hit reply and share the wealth!


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Jamie - Minimalist Hustler
Writes Minimalist Hustler Weekly
Aug 30

I've been there and it's not fun. My strategy over the past few years seems to be working for me, basically it's really simple what I do. I reward my important habits with fun things to keep the balance. (i.e. when I finish half of my daily tasks I watch a tv show). Also very important to listen to your body specially when it comes to sleep and rest, but that's much harder lol

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