Ever heard of the term "workaholic"? Yup, it's for those who don't know when to stop working, also known as work addicts. But, don't confuse workaholics with hard workers, because they're different!

What is a Workaholic?

A workaholic is someone with an uncontrollable desire to work continuously. The term first appeared in 1971, and while it's not classified as a mental disorder, it still shouldn't be ignored.

Difference Between Workaholics and Hard Workers

Hard workers do what they do because they enjoy it, while workaholics work due to anxiety or guilt if they're not working.

Signs of a Workaholic

Working continuously without increased productivity, obsessing over working longer and more, never being satisfied with work results, working to alleviate guilt or

anxiety, disregarding advice to reduce work, facing personal issues due to being too busy with work, declining health due to work stress, using work as an escape from problems, feeling stressed when not working.

Causes of Workaholism

Impostor syndrome, feeling unworthy of success or the job, viewing being a workaholic as admirable, being accustomed to working a lot, feeling anxious when not working, procrastinating rest, fearing a backlog of work.

Effects of Being a Workaholic

Increased risk of mental disorders, elevated blood pressure due to excessive caffeine intake, decreased brain performance due to lack of sleep, deteriorating relationships with others, insufficient time for exercise and irregular eating habits.

How to Stop Being a Workaholic

Set boundaries for working hours and tasks that must be completed, don't feel guilty when not working, write down valuable aspects of life other than work.

So, for all the workaholics out there, remember, life isn't just about work. There are many other valuable things to enjoy. Don't let your health and relationships with loved ones suffer because of work addiction. Stay healthy and happy, #sahabatpramita!