25-year-old start-up founder ends up in hospital, blames 'hustle culture'
Kritarth Mittal, the 25-year-old founder of the popular app Soshals, has experienced a health crisis due to his unhealthy lifestyle choices. The young entrepreneur's intense work schedule, marked by all-nighters and poor nutrition, led to his hospitalization. He woke up with a severe headache and continuous vomiting - symptoms that necessitated immediate medical attention. "Hustle culture comes with a cost — some you incur right away and some over decades," Mittal warned users on social media.
A wake-up call
Mittal confessed that his lifestyle has been irregular since his college days. However, this incident served as a stark reminder of the potential consequences of such habits. He also admitted that his routine of sleeping less than five hours, and not following a proper diet plan had proved to be unsustainable.
Commitment to a healthier routine
Mittal acknowledged that his body was signaling him about the need for change. He stated, "Now my body has started to remind me that I am not 20 anymore." He expressed his intention to adopt a healthier routine moving forward, realizing that his college lifestyle was no longer suitable. Despite his love for work, he admitted struggling with maintaining a healthy routine or diet due to losing track of time when engrossed in work.
Social media users resonate with Mittal's experience
Mittal's post about his health scare and the dangers of an unbalanced lifestyle went viral, resonating with many social media users who wished him a quick recovery. One user suggested, "No office work after 6. That should be strictly followed." Meanwhile, another remarked, "Get well soon. The key is to build habits slowly and keep it sustainable."
