Hi Reader -

Can we be real for a second?

Have you ever hit a huge goal, finally got what you worked so hard for, and instead of feeling like you made it, you immediately thought…

"Okay, but what’s next?" 😩

No celebration. No pause. Just straight back to chasing the next thing like you’re on some never-ending success treadmill.

Whew. I know that one stings a little Reader. Been there girl...

For years, I told myself if I just worked a little harder, held on a little longer, pushed through the exhaustion, then finally I’d feel at peace.

But guess what actually happened?

I just got tired. 😵‍💫

Because the truth is—the hustle will never be satisfied! 🚫

And that’s where we get caught up. We’ve been conditioned to believe:
🚩 Rest is for people who “don’t want it bad enough.”
🚩 Slowing down means we’re falling behind.
🚩 If we’re not exhausted, we’re not doing enough.

Reader, tell me why we out here treating burnout like a badge of honor?! 🥴

So lemme ask you something real quick:
💭 Are you grinding because you have to… or because you don’t know how to stop?
💭 When you finally get what you’re working for, do you even enjoy it?
💭 If success keeps making you exhausted, is it even success?

Because listen—if success costs you your peace, your health, and your sanity, it’s too expensive. 💸

And I already know what you might be thinking Reader:

"But if I don’t go hard, who’s gonna do it for me?" 🤨

I hear you. I really do. But if you’re constantly operating in survival mode, what’s actually left of you to enjoy the life you’re building?

You don’t have to prove you deserve ease. You don’t have to earn your worth.

✨ You were made for more than burnout. ✨

What Inspired Me This Week

I’ve been diving into Is God Enough for Me? by The Daily Grace Co., and whew… 😮‍💨 the way it reminded me that I don’t have to hustle for what God has already promised? Conviction and comfort, all in one! But that's the Word right?

On My Playlist

It's Time Childlike CiCi, KB PREVIEW   ​

This Week's Episode

✅ Why hustle culture is NOT the key to success

✅ The difference between ambition that fuels you vs. ambition that drains you

✅ How to align your ambition with faith & values without burning out

✅ The Jesus framework for sustainable success

✅ Why real success includes legacy, peace, and integrity—not just money

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Let’s be clear: You don’t have to run yourself in the ground to walk in your calling Reader. 💡

You don’t have to hustle yourself into an early grave just to prove you’re worthy.

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☕Wishing you cozy corners, deep chats & all the coffee refills,​
​Dr. Seida Hood | Vision Architect + Executive Leadership Consultant​
​The Milian Collective

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💌 Not sure yet? No rush, love—just stay in my world + take the next step whenever you're ready!