Ever feel like your boss never lets you take a break… even though you are the boss? In this episode, Michelle and Sara dive into why creative entrepreneurs and self-employed folks are notoriously bad at resting and what to do about it. They explore the messy truth behind hustle culture, guilt-driven productivity, and the myth that rest is a reward instead of a right. Expect real talk, humor, and actionable “thinky-thinks” to help you stop running your business into the ground and start finding peace, presence, and grace for yourself. Key Topics: Why self-employed people are terrible at taking time off How internalized “bad boss” habits drain creativity Mindset shifts and strategies to reduce exhaustion Practical ways to build rest into your work life Learning to love your boss (you) again Perfect for: creative entrepreneurs, coaches, and performing arts professionals who feel overworked, overwhelmed, and overdue for a break. ☕ Grab your coffee (or whatever helps you cope) it’s time to talk about real rest.Links you're gonna want:  7 types of rest youtube video with Saundra Dalton-Smith  7 types of rest PDF By Dr Sarah Ropp Go read this book Rest is Resistance: A Manifesto by Tricia Hersey _________________________________________________________________________________________________ If you enjoyed today’s episode, here’s how you can support the show: Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Leave a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify - it helps more creative entrepreneurs find us. Share this episode with a friend or colleague who might be struggling with scaling pressure. Connect with us: thespeakeasycooperative.com/speakeasy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thespeakeasycooperative Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thespeakeasycooperative