Breaking the Hustle Habit: A Personal Reminder to Slow Down

A little transparency from us...

Building KP Living has been one of the most rewarding journeys of our lives. Kari and I have poured our hearts into creating something meaningful—a space where women can prioritize their health, well-being, and balance. But here’s the truth: in the midst of all the planning, creating, and pushing forward, we found ourselves slipping into an old habit—the very one we swore KP Living would stand against.

We got so caught up working on this brand that we forgot to live by it.

We started KP Living because we believe in balance. In prioritizing self-care. In breaking free from the never-ending hustle and remembering that it's okay to put our well-being first. And yet, in the whirlwind of the website, launch, strategy meetings, and content creation- including the new programs that are coming soon- we’ve caught ourselves neglecting the very things we teach—movement, rest, and space to just be.

If you’re a parent, a working professional, a caregiver, or simply someone striving toward a goal, you might know this feeling all too well. The pressure to keep going, to push through exhaustion, to believe that taking a break somehow means falling behind... But here’s what we’ve realized: that mindset is exactly what leads to burnout. And it’s exactly what we set out to change. It's time for us to break the hustle habit andembrace our personal reminder to slow down.

So this weekend, we hit pause. We stepped back. We gave ourselves permission to breathe. And you know what? The world didn’t fall apart. The business didn’t crumble. The work was still there when we returned. But we came back feeling clearer, more grounded, and more aligned with our purpose than ever before.

This experience was a powerful reminder that stepping away isn’t a failure—it’s a necessity. You cannot pour from an empty cup, and you don’t need to earn rest. You deserve it, simply because you exist.

So, here’s to honoring balance. To working and resting. To showing up for our dreams and for everything we need to, but never at the cost of our well-being.

Being here with all of you is priceless. And while we may take weekends off, we promise to always show up fully—perfectly present and all in with you. ❤️

If you needed this reminder today, we see you. We get it, trust me. And we encourage you to take a step back when you need to. Your well-being matters, and you are so worth it.

We’re in this together. 💕