Kuwait’s Viral ‘Sunday Reset’ Trend Sparks Global Debate on Work-Life Balance
A self-care movement sweeping Kuwait City is going viral, with thousands of professionals now ditching toxic productivity to embrace a radical new "Sunday Reset" ritual. Local life coach Layla Al-Rashid explains how the oil-rich nation’s shift from hustle culture to deliberate rest is not just a luxury—it’s a psychological necessity. “For years, we were told that burnout was a badge of honor. But Kuwait is proving that true success is about energy management, not time management,” she says, as videos of residents meditating, cooking slow meals, and disconnecting from devices garner millions of views. The trend is challenging global expectations, urging viewers to ask: is your rest as intentional as your work?