Podcast #558

 

OBSESSED WITH OVERWORKING? FINDING BALANCE AS A HIGHLY MOTIVATED PERSON

Break the cycle of overworking and learn to not let work dominate your entire life. This episode will break down why we get caught up in an overworking addiction and self-induced stress. We explore the alluring trap of excessive ambition and the toll it takes on achieving a balanced work/life harmony. Join us as we unravel the keys to breaking free from this cycle and creating a happier, healthier lifestyle. Discover how to trust yourself, work smarter, and achieve more without sacrificing your well-being.

This week on The Confidence Podcast, we're coaching on:

* The overworking achievement trap

* How to trust yourself, work less and achieve more

* Finding balance as a highly motivated and driven person

ANNOUNCEMENT

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LISTENER OF THE EPISODE

OVERWORKING: WHY DO YOU DO IT?

The Overworking Achievement Trap:Be driven

Decide to work harder than anyone else

Get results

Repeat

What this fails to see is that it is not just your work and your effort that gets results, but rather your consistency, your follow through and your thoughts.

Working more than anyone else is NOT what makes you stand out.

It's just what exhausts you. 

Then you get addicted to it.

Then fear comes in and you stop trusting yourself

WHAT DOES IT GIVE YOU?

False belief in yourself

Distraction from growth

While striving and working hard can lead to accomplishments and success, it's important to distinguish between healthy ambition and overworking to the point of detriment. Some people may find themselves stuck in a negative cycle of overworking due to certain perceived mental benefits, even though it's ultimately detrimental to their well-being. Some of these perceived mental benefits might include:

* Sense of Purpose and Identity: For some individuals, their work becomes a significant part of their identity, giving them a sense of purpose and validation. They may believe that their worth is tied to their achievements, leading them to overwork to maintain that sense of identity and self-worth.

* Achievement and Recognition: Overworking can result in greater accomplishments and, in turn, recognition from peers and superiors. This external validation can become addictive, reinforcing the belief that working excessively is necessary to maintain that level of achievement and recognition.

* Avoidance of Negative Emotions: Some individuals may use work as a way to escape or avoid dealing with negative emotions such as stress, anxiety, loneliness, or personal issues. Immersing themselves in work can provide a temporary distraction from these feelings, leading them to overwork as a coping mechanism.

* Fear of Failure: A fear of failure can drive people to overwork to the point where they feel they are less likely to fail. They might believe that working harder and longer will increase their chances of success, even though it may lead to burnout in the long run.

* Social Expectations and Norms: Societal norms or pressure from family, peers,