Learning to Stop Working

In today’s fast-paced world, the relentless demands of work often make it challenging to find the right balance between our professional and personal lives. I’ve been there, I am there, I am caught in the whirlwind of never-ending tasks, long work hours, and the constant urge to be productive. Like many people, I reached a point where I couldn’t ignore the signs of overworking any longer. I am at a point where I must admit that I am overextending myself, maybe I am experiencing the negative impacts on my overall well-being😒 .

Even if this was a pivotal moment of self-awareness, I could not help myself. I have always had the feeling of not reading enough, not writing enough, I haven’t analyzed that data yet. Oh, I need to read that article, this would be interesting to read… the need is endless. Oh, I set boundaries, I set many boundaries but not regarding studies. I cannot delegate hours for work and I cannot reclaim precious personal time and reduce the stress of reading, writing, and many more. What does it matter, I love to write and read anyway. These are the ways I get satisfaction😁 .

Don’t get me wrong. I prioritize self-care and I always put myself first. It’s just that I have difficulty finding fun in something else other than these. These are the activities I genuinely enjoy, and I hope to include other activities like visiting friends, going for a run, or taking a long walk. I love to meditate and sometimes, to do deep breathing exercises.  I know that I am not alone in this struggle. I know that many people face similar challenges. But I will keep trying and making small changes to improve my situation gradually, I know I will get here 😍.

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