"Hustle culture ideology says that people are overworking not because they’re economically driven to, but simply because this is the way go-getters get what they want." – Nick Srnicek
I would say aside from systemic and social issues you have named and access to community support, I think people also take for granted that we all have different energy levels, more so if we are neurodiverse or dealing with chronic medical issues. So many layers as you said get missed when we assume we experience the same amount the time in the same way.
Found this through Burnt Toast and it's so true! And not only does the smug "24 hours" poster get the math wrong, they also don't account for things like second jobs, commute time, bathing, caring for kids/elders/animals, food shopping, household chores ... so maybe some lucky folks can open their door and walk on their private beach, but many more of us would have to drive 20 minutes to an hour to get to the beach, pay for parking, and either pay for child care or get kids ready for a trip to the beach.
I sat and stared at the photo for a good 3 minutes trying to figure out why it just felt OFF. And then the math clicked 🫠 Also loved and appreciated your words!
If Beyonce has say 25 direct employees (nannies, personal assistants, managers, social media and more) and each of those direct employees work 8 hours per day to maximize Beyonce's ability to create, then really Beyonce has about 200 extra hours per day to get a ton of stuff accomplished.
Yes! I’m so glad you mentioned circumstances and not just time. Even someone who has the same economic situation like a sibling might not have to deal with the same physical health issues or social conditions.
I would say aside from systemic and social issues you have named and access to community support, I think people also take for granted that we all have different energy levels, more so if we are neurodiverse or dealing with chronic medical issues. So many layers as you said get missed when we assume we experience the same amount the time in the same way.
100% yes
Found this through Burnt Toast and it's so true! And not only does the smug "24 hours" poster get the math wrong, they also don't account for things like second jobs, commute time, bathing, caring for kids/elders/animals, food shopping, household chores ... so maybe some lucky folks can open their door and walk on their private beach, but many more of us would have to drive 20 minutes to an hour to get to the beach, pay for parking, and either pay for child care or get kids ready for a trip to the beach.
And deal with all the sand in the car, clothing, and body parts afterwards!
Another Burnt Toast visitor here. Thank you so much for calling out the many -isms above.
Hahaha the math. Awesome post, appreciate your words!
The math was not mathing! 😂
I sat and stared at the photo for a good 3 minutes trying to figure out why it just felt OFF. And then the math clicked 🫠 Also loved and appreciated your words!
Preach
If Beyonce has say 25 direct employees (nannies, personal assistants, managers, social media and more) and each of those direct employees work 8 hours per day to maximize Beyonce's ability to create, then really Beyonce has about 200 extra hours per day to get a ton of stuff accomplished.
Laughs in 2 hour commute time and 10 hour work days. The sheer lack of awareness of some folks boggles me mind.
Yes! I’m so glad you mentioned circumstances and not just time. Even someone who has the same economic situation like a sibling might not have to deal with the same physical health issues or social conditions.