Hustle, Mama

H U S T L E Truth: I love to do all the things. It's who I am. In my bio, you'll learn that this has been true from a very young age. Sometimes I wonder if it's normal to think nearly everything can be a made into a job I'd love to have. It's actually probably a very good thing (and comforting to my husband) to know that I cannot for the life of me sew-- ya'all know I'd be madly making children's clothes and bows if I could but I'll leave that to the professional Mamas out there. In writing this post I  looked up the term hustle, just to set things straight. Hustle the verb by definition means to move quickly or hurriedly, whereas urban dictionary defines hustle as working towards a goal (often in the pursuit of money). Being rushed vs. chasing your dreams. Got it. Do you ever feel the intense pressure lately to be more, have more, do more, GO more? Me too, friend. Social media can be a bitch I tell ya. If you're nodding in agreement, have you ever paused in one of these self-worth, comparison kind of moments and considered if that is really for you?  Because that's what matters most. And while things might look and seem spectacular from the outsider's perspective, if you are chasing someone else's passion you are going to run your ass off for something that won't pan out the same for you, because it is not yours. Being present and slowing down is good. SO good. For your soul, your heart, and your head. And in that, you'll find your own hustle. Your passion to work for. Your alignment. The things that make you WANT to Hustle, in the verb sense. I'm all for the hustle, on your terms, for your passions. My hustle is raising my girls-- to be thoughtful, kind, and amazing people-- while pursuing my personal passions, from my career, to blogging, to health and wellness. I enjoy all of these things. Lately, it seems its pretty easy to get caught up in keepin' up. Hustling for someone else's take on life. But their hustle doesn't have to be your hustle. YOU DO YOU.  Maybe you do a lot, maybe you do a little. Maybe you work from home. Maybe you work out of your home. Maybe you cook. Maybe you don't. Maybe you are creative. Maybe you are athletic. Maybe you love politics, or wellness, or style and beauty. Maybe you love all of these things. Maybe you do some of them. Find your passion. Make that your ow

Truth: I love to do all the things. It’s who I am. You can find me pursuing many side hustles daily. In my bio, you’ll learn that this has been true from a very young age. Sometimes I wonder if it’s normal to think nearly everything can be a made into a job I’d love to have. It’s probably a very good thing (and comforting to my husband) to know that I cannot for the life of me sew– ya’all know I’d be madly making children’s clothes and bows if I could.

In writing this post I  looked up the term hustle, just to set things straight. Hustle the verb by definition means to move quickly or hurriedly, whereas urban dictionary defines hustle as working towards a goal (often in the pursuit of money).

Being rushed vs. chasing your dreams.

Got it.

Do you ever feel the intense pressure lately to be more, have more, do more, GO more? Me too, friend. Social media can be a bitch I tell ya. And that hustle, it’s not for me. If you’re nodding in agreement, have you ever paused in one of these moments of comparison  and considered if that is really for you? 

Because that’s what matters most. And while things might look and seem spectacular from the outsider’s perspective, if you are chasing someone else’s passion you are going to run your ass off for something that won’t likely won’t be the same for you, because its not yours.

I’m all for the hustle, just on your terms, for your passions.

My hustle is raising my girls– to be thoughtful, kind, and amazing people– while pursuing my personal passions, from my career, to blogging, to health and wellness. I get often told “I do a lot”, but what’s important is that the things I am doing dictate the pace, not the other way around.

Lately, it seems its pretty easy to get caught up in keepin’ up. Hustling for someone else’s take on life. But their hustle doesn’t have to be your hustle.

You Do You. 

Slow down. Take time to find what you are passionate about. Then hustle for that hustle.

So tell me, what’s your hustle?

 

Mama Writes

25 comments

  1. Yes mama! There is such a difference between keeping busy and doing a job with purpose! I have been focused on my family for the past few years and recently started a new full time job and it’s amazing to see that hustle comes in all shapes and sizes! Sometimes it’s just knowing when to say yes and when to say no which can be so hard! Hope you have a great week! Loved the post! XO

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    1. Thanks so much, Jessica! It’s so true, knowing what to commit to and what to say no to can make all the difference. Hope you have the best week, girl!

  2. Oh gosh- i feel like I’m always hustling. Between blogging, raising two boys, being married and keeping up with the house, knowing my limits and when to say no are what keeps my hustle game strong.

    1. Ya Natalie! We sound like two of the same (except I have girls). Hustling for your passions only always brings the best results!

  3. Love this motivation. Honestly, I am currently rediscovering my hustle. I am ready for something new. Just got to dig deep, take my time, and rediscover my purpose.

    1. Yes Kim!!! Enjoy that process. So happy to hear you are taking the time to do it. A little self reflection is always good!

  4. Oh man!! I needed this motivation today!! With a full time job, my blog, my 3 kids and ministry the hustle never stops!!

  5. Awesome post! Definitely needed this reminder to slow down!!! I’ve been feeling so rushed lately and sooo overwhelmed with social media that I forgot to do what I love! Thank you for this! 🙂

    1. You are so welcome Andrea! I’m glad it was helpful. I too get caught up in social media that I need to be reminded to slow down. Have a great day and thanks for stopping by!

  6. Great reminder!!! I definitely feel those times where I am comparing my life/my hustle to other people’s and it’s not healthy or okay! Social media is so hard sometimes because you only see everyone else’s highlight real and not the struggles

  7. I can totally relate to this post!! I’ve got many hats on the go but I love the hustle! It is a balance though and finding the priority is key!

  8. I love this. Thank you for the distinction between the two….a great reminder to keep focused on what the priorities are in our own lives.

  9. Getting the work in is important, but there is always a benefit to slowing down and resting up. The hustle needs time to rest sometimes too!

  10. This was so motivational! Blogging is one of those things that makes me hustle because I am so passionate about it. I do get frustrated at times with it (Instagram mostly).

  11. It’s taking me a while to find my groove in the hustle game. I’m starting to and it feels great. Thanks for the advice!

    shan
    The How-to Guru

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