Opinionated! with Jenna Dale

Ep.6 Stop Chasing Success at the Cost of Your Wellbeing: Jo Hooper Exposes Capitalism’s Toxic Truth

Jenna Dale Season 1 Episode 7

In this episode of Opinionated, I’m joined by the bold and insightful Jo Hooper, a life and business coach who’s on a mission to help women stop sacrificing their wellbeing for the sake of success. Jo’s Me First Method empowers business owners to build thriving businesses without falling into the trap of burnout, exhaustion, and the destructive narrative that hard work equals success.

We dive deep into how capitalism and patriarchy have conditioned us to believe that relentless hard work and productivity are the only paths to achievement. But Jo is here to tell you the truth: this belief is not only damaging to your health, it’s also a lie. She shares how the system has convinced us that the more we sacrifice, the more we’ll succeed—and how this mindset is keeping women trapped in a cycle of overwork and burnout.

Jo challenges the societal conditioning that tells us we must always hustle and sacrifice for success. We discuss how the patriarchal structure has led women to feel guilty for setting boundaries and prioritising their own wellbeing. Jo shows us how we can unhook from these toxic narratives and reclaim control over our time, health, and happiness—by building businesses that support our lives, not the other way around.

This conversation is for anyone who feels overwhelmed by the pressure to constantly perform and achieve. It’s time to challenge the status quo, put yourself first, and redefine what success truly looks like—on your terms.

For more on Jo’s Me First Method and how you can start living a more balanced, joyful life while running your business, check out her resources on Instagram at @getwildlyfree or download her free diary reset here. 

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