At some point, “success” turned into survival.
Wake. Grind. Perform. Repeat.
Even when I loved the work—I didn’t love what it was doing to me.
My body was wired. My mind was scattered.
I was productive… but never present.
And the truth is—work isn’t supposed to wreck you.
It’s supposed to support your life, not swallow it whole.
That’s occupational wellness.
Not just having a job you like,
But having work that respects your nervous system.
That allows for recovery. That aligns with your values.
That leaves space for your life to exist outside your inbox.
Here’s what I started shifting:
- I stopped measuring my worth by output
- I said no to things that weren’t aligned—even when they paid well
- I built my days around energy, not just deadlines
- I reminded myself: rest is part of the work
And slowly, I started to feel well—not just accomplished.
Occupational wellness doesn’t mean quitting your job.
It means shifting how you relate to your work.
Not from fear… but from clarity.
Because when your work supports your wellness,
You show up fuller. Smarter. Softer. More sustainable.
You weren’t built to hustle until you break.
You were built to contribute with energy that lasts.
That’s the Cushy way.
