PSA: It's Okay to Grow Slow & The Problem with Fame

173: We need to talk ASAP. The obsession with scaling into outer space, hit 100k followers, get a blue check mark, and become a millionaire in our first year of business is hurting our mental health, well-being, relationships, and enjoyment of life.In this solo episode, Chelsea breaks down why growing slow is actually the key to a sustainable, healthy business and lifestyle, and how the pursuit of fame is a faulty goal.What to expect in this episode: How a mental breakdown prompted this episode Her own mistakes with trying to grow at breakneck speed The problem with blind comparison How the pursuit of fame is a backward goal The wheel of life and knowing where you are Influencer culture and why being an influencer shouldn't be a long-term goal Transferable skills and why these are so important Re-prioritizing goals and slowing downResources mentioned: The Problem of Fame - School of Life: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sVDLAblwRQo Wheel of life: https://wheeloflife.noomii.com/Connect with Chelsea & SUBMIT A QUESTION OR LEAVE A VOICE MESSAGE FOR THE PODCAST (NEW)! www.chelseariffe.com @chelseariffe - Instagram 1:1 Podcast Coaching is OPEN - 2 spots left! Apply right here.This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off your first month of therapy here, or use code "riffe10" at check-out!DISCOUNTS! FREE TRIALS! Try Open for 30 days FREE right here. Get $10 off your $50+ order of Curious Elixirs, booze-free cocktails, right here.Connect with Chelsea:🪐 Pitch Perfect Fall 2026 Waitlist☄️ SUPERNOVA waitlist: the thinking lab for the deep thinkers, world-builders, and curious visionaries who see futures that don't exist yet. 💻 Website🍿Popcorn Club: Monthly meet-up to debrief TV, movies, and the zeitgeist📜 Footnotes newsletter filled with rabbit holes💌 The Art of the Ask Podcast📱 IG: ⁠@chelseariffe⁠🧵 Threads: @chelseariffeSupport NFNTW: Your donations help cover costs of running the show; you can help fund NFTNW right HERE. If you're unable to donate financially, share it. It all adds up!Want to sponsor NFTNW? Email [email protected] to discuss partnership packages!