What No One Tells You About Quitting Your 9-5
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What No One Tells You About Quitting Your 9-5

51:08 Aug 25, 2025
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So… we quit our jobs. And now that we’ve had a full month of being self-employed, we have a lot to say.In this episode, we’re getting honest about the things no one tells you when you leave the 9–5 life… the mental rollercoaster, the unexpected stress, the new definition of success, and what it’s really like working with your spouse (spoiler: it’s not all cute cafés and midday walks).Whether you’re thinking of quitting, just made the leap, or are deep in your self-employed era, this one’s for you. We’re sharing our routine, real struggles, and the biggest lessons we’ve learned so far.Settle in, get cozy, and grab your chai ??New episodes every Monday at 7 am. Don’t forget to subscribe, and as always, we love you! Thank you for spending your Monday with us ????? NYC Marathon Fundraiser for Hallie!: https://givebutter.com/H8JMbY? Submit your stories: https://www.halfpastchai.com/? Follow us: https://bio.site/halfpastchaiUse code HALFPASTCHAI to get 15% off https://andcollar.com/Time codes0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI3:37 - What IS our job now?5:23 - Be WAY more intentional with your time14:41 - You have to force yourself to stop working and enjoy life18:52 - You will feel more lost & scared than you did before24:27 - You WILL have more stress27:41 - You WILL BE BUSIER30:47 - You don’t have to sit at your desk to be productive33:27 - Your definition of success will always change36:42 - Your income will always be unpredictable40:17 - Others may not understand your new schedule, and that’s okay44:56 - You need a community now more than EVER
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