Welcome to Team Hot Mess! I’m Gen, your biggest fan and honorary chairwoman of figuring-it-out-as-we-go. 🚀
Today’s episode is all about why you NEED to take a real day off every month. No excuses, no guilt. I’m diving deep into the science and psychology of rest, sharing research-backed reasons (yes, with studies and links!), and showing you exactly how I schedule my own sacred time off, even as an entrepreneur juggling business, life, and a little chaos.
In this pod you’ll learn:
The proven benefits of regular days off for your creativity, mental health, and business growth
Why guilt and hustle culture keep us exhausted (and how to break free)
My favorite day-off rituals (from lazy pajama days to museum inspiration trips)
How to actually make this a habit, no matter where you live or how busy you are
Featured research & sources:
Harvard Business Review: Productivity & Breaks
University of Illinois: Mental Downtime Study
WHO: Burnout Syndrome
Stanford: Work Hours & Productivity
UCSF: Breaks & Mood
Gretchen Rubin: Consistency & Resilience
Let’s build a culture where rest is productive and being human comes first.
What about you?
How would you spend your ideal day off? Comment below or tag me on Instagram @withgenevieve ; let’s keep each other accountable!
If you’re already taking regular breaks, tell us your best story or idea breakthrough. I’ll be your hype squad.
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