Productivity is the New Anxiety Drug — and We’re All Addicted
In a world that worships hustle, productivity has become a socially acceptable addiction. This blog explores the dark side of the "cult of busy" through humor, data, personal insights, and an HR lens on burnout and recovery. 🚨 “You’re so busy!” – A Compliment or a Cry for Help? I used to feel a strange pride when someone said, “You’re always so busy!” Like I was being knighted into the royal order of The Hustlers. My Google Calendar looked like modern art. My to-do lists had their own to-do lists. And deep down, I believed: If I’m not constantly doing something, am I even worth anything? Turns out, I wasn’t alone — and I wasn’t okay. 💊 Productivity: The New Anxiety Drug In 2025, being busy is the ultimate status symbol. But let’s call it what it really is — a socially sanctioned form of addiction. According to a 2024 Deloitte study, 82% of employees report feeling emotionally drained at work , and over 60% struggle to switch off after office hours , thanks to the rise o...