Half Past Chai

What No One Tells You About Quitting Your 9-5


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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 ☕️

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0:00 - WELCOME TO HALF PAST CHAI

3:37 - What IS our job now?

5:23 - Be WAY more intentional with your time

14:41 - You have to force yourself to stop working and enjoy life

18:52 - You will feel more lost & scared than you did before

24:27 - You WILL have more stress

27:41 - You WILL BE BUSIER

30:47 - You don’t have to sit at your desk to be productive

33:27 - Your definition of success will always change

36:42 - Your income will always be unpredictable

40:17 - Others may not understand your new schedule, and that’s okay

44:56 - You need a community now more than EVER

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