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Feeling Guilty for Doing Nothing? You're Not Alone.

In a world that glorifies hustle and productivity, Rosie and Roula slow things down to talk about a guilt almost all of us carry: the guilt of doing… nothing.

Why do we feel bad for resting? Why do our weekends need to be "productive"? Why does boredom feel like failure? This week, our hosts explore how deeply we've been conditioned to see downtime as laziness—and why it’s time to reclaim stillness without shame.

In this fun, chaotic, and surprisingly deep episode, Rosie and Roula dive into:

Why doing nothing makes us feel guilty

The Industrial Revolution, patriarchy, and productivity culture

How this mindset affects our kids (and their packed schedules)

The mental health consequences of never stopping

And the absolute importance of boredom

Oh, and there's fizzy passionfruit soda, bad camera resolution, and some wild Dutch idioms you may never unhear.

If you've ever felt like a failure for needing rest, this episode is your permission slip to stop, breathe, and be still.

Keywords
guilt, productivity, downtime, self-care, mental health, societal expectations, relaxation, parenting, personal growth, balance
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