How to Not Always be Working – by Marlee Grace

In a world that glorifies hustle culture and endless productivity, Marlee Grace offers a radical alternative: permission to rest. How to Not Always Be Working is part manifesto, part gentle guide—a book that understands the exhaustion of always being “on” and invites you to step off the treadmill.

Grace writes with the wisdom of someone who’s been there, who’s felt the weight of creative burnout and emerged with hard-won insights. This isn’t about abandoning your ambitions or giving up on your dreams. It’s about redefining what success actually means and learning to honor the quiet, unproductive moments that make us human.

Through personal essays, practical exercises, and thoughtful prompts, Grace explores the art of setting boundaries, the beauty of boredom, and the revolutionary act of doing nothing. She addresses the particular pressures facing artists, freelancers, and anyone whose work blurs the lines between passion and profession. Her voice is warm and conversational—like advice from a trusted friend who truly gets it.

Perfect for:

• Creatives struggling with burnout
• Anyone feeling guilty about rest
• Those seeking a more balanced approach to work and life
• Readers who loved Laziness Does Not Exist or Rest is Resistance

Keep this one on your nightstand. Let it remind you that your worth isn’t measured by your output, and that sometimes the most productive thing you can do is close your laptop and watch the waves roll in.