What a Privilege to Be Tired
What if your exhaustion isn’t a burden — but a blessing?
What if being tired means you’re finally living the life you once wished for?
That’s the premise behind The Mindful Agent, where real estate success meets health, mindfulness, and personal growth. I’m Michael Coxen, broker-owner of Magenta Real Estate in Las Vegas, and I’ve learned that being tired isn’t something to resent — it’s something to appreciate.
The Paradox of Success
There are days I’m running on fumes — balancing life as a broker, coach, agent, husband, son, and friend. But then I remember: I’m tired because my life is full.
Full of clients who trust me.
Full of challenges that keep me sharp.
Full of opportunities I once prayed for when I was just getting started.
Years ago, I dreamed of having a thriving business, a team, and purpose. Now, those dreams have become my daily reality. That’s the paradox of success — what you once chased eventually becomes your normal. And when you stop to see it clearly, even the exhaustion feels like proof that you’ve built something meaningful.
Tired with Purpose vs. Burnout
There’s a crucial difference between burnout and purposeful tiredness.
Burnout happens when your energy goes toward things that don’t align with who you are.
Purposeful tiredness happens when you’re pouring energy into something that matters.
“Have to” vs. “Get to”
This mindset shift changes everything:
“I have to show a home” → “I get to help someone find theirs.”
“I have to follow up” → “I get to serve people who trust me.”
When you see your work through gratitude instead of obligation, even fatigue feels lighter.
Gratitude: The Reset Button for Fatigue
Gratitude reframes pressure into perspective.
Try this before bed:
Write “What a privilege to be tired” at the top of a page.
List three things that made you tired today — work, family, or personal growth.
Next to each, write one reason you’re grateful for it.
Maybe you’re tired from showings — but grateful to have clients.
Maybe you’re tired from parenting — but grateful for the laughter.
Maybe you’re tired from striving — but grateful to have goals that still move you forward.
You’ll be surprised how fast gratitude turns exhaustion into appreciation.
Awareness and Alignment
Gratitude doesn’t mean ignoring what drains you. It means being aware enough to recognize when something feels off.
If a task consistently leaves you depleted, it might be time to realign your energy. You have the power to choose how you spend your time, who you work with, and what deserves your focus.
In business and life, that’s your greatest privilege — the ability to design a life worth being tired from.
Why This Perspective Matters for Agents
In real estate, there’s always another call, another showing, another deal. It’s easy to forget that the busyness you feel today is the same success you once dreamed of.
As agents and leaders, shifting from pressure to perspective creates better client relationships, stronger energy, and a healthier business. The truth is, success doesn’t require sacrificing peace — it requires clarity.
When you build systems, set boundaries, and work with purpose, the work that once drained you can start to fill you up again.
Ready to Build a Career Worth Being Tired From?
At Magenta Real Estate, we believe that success starts from within — and that the best business growth comes when your energy and purpose are aligned.
That’s why we designed a brokerage that supports your whole self, not just your sales goals.
With:
A 100% commission structure
Proven marketing systems that free up your time
Leadership that prioritizes agent wellbeing
A supportive community that helps you grow mindfully
You’ll have the tools and freedom to build a thriving career — without burning out.
Join Magenta Real Estate today and start creating a business (and a life) worth being tired from.
Visit joinmagenta.realestate