The Journal. · Sunday, August 2, 2026
Laura Mair expresses a strong resolve to not return to a work-life balance where her job consumes her identity and well-being. She states she will be a "try-hard about my life" and live it fully, even if it means a different career trajectory, rather than being a try-hard about her job.
“And I don't think that I've ever been rewarded for that. It's kind of like I've been punished for it.”
“I'm not going to let my work take over my life.”
“I'm going to be a try-hard about my life.”