Skip to main content

What is Workaholic?

 


  Ah yes, workaholism is one of the common phenomena in our society. Some of us do it for the pay, while others do it for the recognition. Ironically, a few of us just might be doing it because we feel like we're obligate to do it. Sad but true. Moreover, some people are lucky enough to love their jobs and find them to be a source of fulfillment. However, these passionate workers may be in danger of becoming workaholics and having their lifespan drain into work only. They forgot those are temporary.

  The term "workaholism" was first used in 1971 defined as a compulsion or an uncontrollable need to work incessantly. People with work addiction often work compulsively at the expense of other aspects of their lives. They may work long hours even when it is not needed, sacrifice sleep to get work done and be paranoid about their work performance. 

  This addiction is similar to drugs and alcohol which may be associated with health problems. In this case, it can lead to high levels of stress, anxiety, depression, and sleep problem. The greater risk can be put into blood pressure and high cortisol level. But don't worry, work addiction is treatable. 

  The first thing we can prevent is to make schedule activities after our workday is over. Let's say, plan to go for a walk, meditate, have family time, write in a journal, play video games, or make dinner after work. Creating a routine can help give workaholics structure and keep them engaged, even when they are not actually working. So try to find yourself what you like outside work.

  Take weekends off. One of the biggest problems business owners and employees face when becoming workaholics is that they feel guilty about taking time off. It's vital that you have some time for yourself and your family, and forcing yourself to take weekends off helps you keep a work-life balance. You'll still have the freedom to work a few extra hours during the week if you insist, but by forcing you to take weekends off, you're rewarding yourself and keeping the workaholic stereotype at bay. 

  Turn off notifications after working hours. Advances in technology have made communication easier, but it has also meant people need to be alert 24/7 for any work-related notifications. you might want to have separate phone numbers for your private and work lives, and turn off your work phone once the workday ends. 

  Right, the bottom line. If you're addicted to work, you'll feel a compulsive need to do your job. When you're away from it, you'll find it difficult to "turn off", which can affect your mental and physical health as well as your personal relationships. So have a break for a moment and enjoy your own life. That's all for today, hopefully, this article is helpful for you. As always, have a nice day 😀.


References:

  1. Are You a Workaholic? Here’s How to Tell If You’re Addicted to Work (2022). Available at: https://www.healthline.com/health/are-you-a-workaholic#The-bottom-line.
  2. Are You a Workaholic? (2020). Available at: https://health.clevelandclinic.org/are-you-a-workaholic/#:~:text=You%20might%20be%20a%20workaholic%20if%E2%80%A6&text=Staying%20busy%20fulfills%20their%20needs,no%20problem%20avoiding%20personal%20obligations.
  3. Morin, A. (2022) 7 Signs You May Be A Workaholic, Forbes. Available at: https://www.forbes.com/sites/amymorin/2014/09/18/7-signs-you-may-be-a-workaholic/?sh=152680870d70.
  4. Post, T. (2022) How to prevent yourself from becoming a workaholic, The Jakarta Post. Available at: https://www.thejakartapost.com/life/2019/11/14/how-to-prevent-yourself-from-becoming-a-workaholic.html.
  5. Council, Y. (2022) Council Post: Want To Combat Workaholism? 10 Tips For Leading A More Balanced Life, Forbes. Available at: https://www.forbes.com/sites/theyec/2019/07/12/want-to-combat-workaholism-10-tips-for-leading-a-more-balanced-life/?sh=68290e0770bc.



Labels:

Comments

Post a Comment

Popular posts from this blog

About Phubbing

    In the Digital Era, smartphones have become the number one priority in society. When it comes to our smartphones, nothing else in our lives gets as much attention. A single notification can branch to half days only checking the status or short videos on social media. If we lose it, the stress starts to build up rapidly. Getting by without a smartphone really is not possible anymore, and from that other areas of our lives are bound to be affected.   Phubbing describes the act of "phone-snubbing". It is a term that most people might not be familiar with, but the action is certainly one we all recognise. If we are going outside let's say, how often have we been physically in the presence of someone, but they're emotionally "not there" because they are absorbed in their smartphone? Quite a lot, isn't it?   Smartphones and text messaging help partners display love and affection to each other when they are physically apart. However, what happens when smart...
Post a Comment
Read more

Bushido in Modern World

    What is in your mind when you hear the word "Bushido"? Do you know what that means? You may probably have watched a samurai film and you probably heard "Bushido" in that film. So what is Bushido? What is the essential of Bushido in the modern world?   Bushido means "way of the warrior". It is commonly defined as the moral and behavioural code of the samurai. The essentials of bushido are loyalty to one's family and one's feudal lord as known as daimyo, personal honour, and courage in the face of death. The code has been important to samurai warriors for centuries.   In World War II, the Japanese government pushed an ideology of bushido to imperial bushido on the citizens of Japan. It emphasized Japanese military spirit, honour, and self-sacrifice. However, when Japan its defeated in the war, people did not rise up as demanded by imperial bushido. The concept of bushido seemed to be finished and ended forever.   As the country grew into one of t...
Post a Comment
Read more

About Telekinesis

    Have you ever dreamed to able moving objects around with your mind, like in a film? The power of telekinesis has captured the imagination of scientists, psychics, and fiction writers for centuries unproven by science.   So what is the definition of telekinesis? Telekinesis or psychokinesis refers to the alleged ability to move objects with the power of the mind or willpower, without physical interaction.   Telekinesis is from the Greek words, tele means "distant" and kinesis means "movement". If we combine together, it refers to the apparent ability to move physical objects using only the mind and without any physical interaction.   The idea of telekinesis has been in the imagination of fiction writers for ages, allowing the characters to demonstrate telekinetic abilities to move objects, restrain opponents, and levitate for dramatic effect.   However, many have claimed to have telekinetic abilities and believe that telekinesis is possible, but no one h...
Post a Comment
Read more