Finding Balance Between Guilt, Gratitude, and Growth
Description
In this solo episode of Stef Speaks Radio, I open up about the messy but powerful balance between guilt, gratitude, and growth. After spending three weeks overseas in Europe — and taking an entire month away from work — I came home with fresh reflections on what it really means to slow down. I recorded this episode just a few days after returning, while my feelings and insights were still raw and real.
Drawing from over 10 years as a public figure online and 7+ years of experience as an entrepreneur, I share the fears that come with stepping back — the guilt of not always being “on,” the pressure to keep producing, and the fear of falling behind. But I also talk about the gratitude that comes with allowing yourself to pause, the growth that happens when you give yourself permission to change, and why both emotions can coexist without canceling each other out.
If you’ve ever struggled with hustle culture, felt guilty about rest, or questioned whether slowing down would cost you momentum, this episode is for you.
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