Busy vs.
Productive
Being busy andbeing productivecan often be confused with one another.
Being productive means being able to complete a task or get something done.
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We do not need to be busy so that be productive.
Impacts of Being Always Busy
Staying busy can impact our lives in several different ways.
This includesanxiety disorders, depression, andsubstance use disorders.
Physical Health
Busyness may lead to sacrificing our physical well-being for the sake of getting tasks done.
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Relationships
Demanding schedules can leave little to no time formeaningful connections with others.
This can leave busy people feeling isolated and lonely.
Those around them can also sometimes feel rejected or angry with the person’s lack of availability.
Relationships require time and effort from all participating parties.
This makes it difficult to support and nurturehealthy relationshipswith the people we care about most.
Our relationships with friends, family, and spouses may suffer if we have an overextended schedule.
Poor work-life balance can also lead tochronic stress, which can impact our mental and physical health.
If we feeloverworked, overwhelmed, or burned out, it’s important to prioritize our health and wellness.
Doing so is an important reminder to ourselves that we are worthy and valuable individuals.
Waytz A.Beware a culture of busyness.
