Dr. Aimie Apigian
Dr. Aimie Apigian
Hustle Is How I Proved I Mattered
Hustle Is How I Proved I Mattered
Hustle Is How I Proved I Mattered
Friday 26th December 2025
Explore why hustle may be your way of proving worth, and how slowing down can be a powerful act of self-care.
9 minutes
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Dr. Aimie Apigian
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Recovery from Trauma
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Episode Overview
- Hustle often stems from a need to prove one's worth.
- Your body may force you to stop if you ignore its signals.
- Recognising hustle as a survival mechanism can lead to healing.
- Balance between ambition and self-care is crucial.
- Listening to your body can prevent burnout.
"If you don't know how to say no, at some point your body will do it for you."
What if the hustle that wears you out is actually how you learned to matter? In this engaging episode, Dr. Aimie Apigian wraps up her enlightening three-part series with her friend Jalon. They delve into the idea that for many, constant busyness is not just a habit but a survival mechanism, a way to prove one's worth. Dr.
Aimie shares her personal journey of realising that her body wasn't betraying her by breaking down; it was signalling the need to slow down and listen. The episode explores how hustle culture can be rooted in the need for validation, especially for those who felt unseen in their early lives. Dr. Aimie and Jalon discuss how this relentless drive can lead to burnout and physical ailments, as the body forces a pause when the mind refuses to.
Through candid anecdotes and heartfelt exchanges, they highlight the importance of recognising these patterns and learning to listen to one's body before it reaches a breaking point. Listeners are invited to consider their own relationship with hustle and to question whether it's truly serving them or simply a holdover from past survival tactics. The conversation is both humorous and profound, encouraging a balance between ambition and self-care.
So, are you ready to hit pause and find out what your body has been trying to tell you all along?