The b.reathe Journal

Between Breaths.

Sustainable high performance, one entry at a time.

Essays on burnout, energy and the quiet systems behind building a business that does not require you to break.

The Myth of Work-Life Balance

The Myth of Work-Life BalanceKatie Harvey
Published on: 05/08/2026

Work-life balance was designed for employees. Founders need something different. Here is what actually works.

Founder Psychology
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