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Did you feel restless, just reading a book in bed with no plans for the weekend? Or did you pressure yourself to master a new skill \u2014 baking banana bread perhaps, or learning a new language?\n\nIf that sounds all too familiar, you probably suffer from toxic productivity. It\u2019s the constant struggle of needing to <em>do something<\/em>. And you can\u2019t take a peaceful break or truly enjoy your downtime, because your mind won\u2019t stop thinking about your to-do list.\n\nIf things have already progressed to an extreme stage where you\u2019re always busy with a packed schedule, stressed out over a 1001 minor things, and neglecting your own health because you want to be <em>productive<\/em> \u2014 it\u2019s time to take a step back and recognise what\u2019s going on.\n\nProductivity is generally seen in a positive light, which is why it can be difficult to recognise the signs of a toxic mindset. Thankfully though, once you\u2019re aware of your inclination to overwork at the expense of other aspects in your life, you can take concrete steps to shift away from that. There\u2019s more to life than just work.\n<h2 id=\"what-is-toxic-productivity-at-work\">What is toxic productivity at work?<\/h2>\nIt\u2019s the hustle culture. The need to be always-on and always-available, working hard and as efficiently as possible. Early mornings and late nights are glamorised and shown off like a badge of honour.<em> \u201cOh you did 12 hours of work yesterday? I did 15.\u201d<\/em>\n\nProductivity is prioritised above all else, and it\u2019s that constant push to rise and grind, rinse and repeat. You\u2019ve got a full time job? That isn\u2019t enough these days \u2014 everyone has a side hustle or two.\n\nThere\u2019s an air of self-imposed competition at work: you find the need for urgency and speed in completing tasks, standing out amongst your peers, and even when you\u2019re finished with a project, it feels like you could have done more. There\u2019s always a new goal to chase, a new task to deliver.\n\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/womensmedia\/2021\/01\/15\/the-benefits-of-resting-and-how-to-unplug-in-a-busy-world\/?sh=6b9007b82133\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Resting and unplugging<\/a> from all the noise around us is crucial because it not only brings about a whole host of benefits, it\u2019s also needed for true productivity. Without any rest, you\u2019re prioritising quantity of work over quality. And that\u2019s not ideal for both you and the company.\n\nHow can you produce any valuable work when you\u2019re running on empty? Once you\u2019ve exhausted every ounce of effort, you\u2019ll have nothing left to give.\n<blockquote>\n<h4 id=\"toxic-productivity-can-make-us-feel-like-a-failure-if-were-not-constantly-doing-when-toxic-productivity-is-leading-your-life-you-judge-yourself-every-day-for-what-you-havent-done-rather-than-looking-at-what-you-have-accomplished-simone-milasas\"><em>\u201cToxic productivity can make us feel like a failure if we\u2019re not constantly \u2018doing\u2019. When toxic productivity is leading your life, you judge yourself every day for what you haven\u2019t done, rather than looking at what you have accomplished.\u201d<\/em> \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/entry\/toxic-productivity-work_l_606655e7c5b6aa24bc60a566\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Simone Milasas<\/a><\/h4>\n<\/blockquote>\n<h2 id=\"what-causes-and-perpetuates-toxic-productivity\">What causes and perpetuates toxic productivity?<\/h2>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"open laptop, notebook and phone on a table\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4424\" height=\"775\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/image1.png\" width=\"1196\"\/>\n<h3 id=\"1-action-bias\">1. Action bias<\/h3>\nThis obsessive need to always be productive, regardless of the cost to your health, relationships, and life can be linked to \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/thedecisionlab.com\/biases\/action-bias\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">action bias<\/a>\u2019, which is our tendency to favour action over inaction.\n\nAction is seen as superior to inaction. Modern society equates busyness and doing something with productivity. This perpetuates a destructive cycle where individuals react by actioning \u2014 because it gives the impression that something is being done, when in actual fact, the results are non-existent or negative.\n<h3 id=\"2-social-media\">2. Social media<\/h3>\nThe glorification of slogging day-in day-out relentlessly is plastered all over social media \u2014 where success is attributed to hustling. Influencers, entrepreneurs, and business owners post day-in-my-life videos that show them carrying out productive routines: going to multiple events and meetings, creating content and churning out work non-stop.\n\nIt\u2019s idealised and not realistic \u2014 how many actual days in a year are spent that way? People only see the perfect highlight reels that these influencers want to show, not the downtimes where they are struggling and not doing anything worth mentioning.\n\nWith everyone bragging about how they\u2019re living their best lives, it\u2019s easy to feel guilty if you\u2019re not making the most out of the time you have, and doing something productive like everyone else.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"GIF about hustling as an everyday motto\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4130\" height=\"320\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/image4.gif\" width=\"480\"\/>\n<h3 id=\"3-business-leaders\">3. Business leaders<\/h3>\nMoguls like Alibaba\u2019s Jack Ma have called the highly controversial overtime culture in China \u2014 a \u2018996\u2019 schedule where workers work from 9am to 9pm, six days a week \u2014 <a href=\"https:\/\/edition.cnn.com\/2019\/04\/15\/business\/jack-ma-996-china\/index.html\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">a <em>\u201chuge blessing<\/em>\u201d<\/a>. One of the most famous entrepreneurs in China who was born poor, did not succeed academically, but managed to build a conglomerate and one of the biggest e-commerce sites in the world, he believes that employees must be prepared to work 12 hour days if they want to succeed.\n\nElon Musk, CEO of Tesla, SpaceX, The Boring Company, and Neuralink, also famously said that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.businessinsider.com\/elon-musk-says-80-hours-per-week-needed-change-the-world-2018-11\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><em>\u201cthere are way easier places to work, but nobody ever changed the world on 40 hours a week.\u201d<\/em><\/a> He believes that people need to work 80 to over 100 hours per week to \u2018change the world\u2019.\n\nWith many high-profile business leaders professing their support for working excessively hard overtime, it\u2019s no wonder society equates it with the reason for achieving success.\n<h3 id=\"4-uncertain-times\">4. Uncertain times<\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"home office set up with a wallpaper on the computer saying do more\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4421\" height=\"780\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/image3.png\" width=\"1170\"\/>\n\nThe pandemic, which caused a monumental shift towards hybrid or <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/resources\/the-remote-first-workplace-playbook\/\">remote work<\/a>, has also further blurred the boundaries between work and life. It\u2019s hard to disconnect from work when your laptop is merely a few steps away.\n\nKathryn Esquer, psychologist and founder of the Teletherapist Network, noted that many people fell into patterns of toxic productivity during the pandemic \u2014 because regular routines disappeared, and suddenly everyone had unprecedented amounts of free time. In the midst of uncertainty, those who had not been laid off held onto work for a sense of security. Everything else was uncertain, but because work was the main thing people still had, it propelled individuals into becoming a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.huffpost.com\/entry\/work-martyr-signs-reality-check_l_5e2b26aec5b67d8874b134c3\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">virtual work martyr<\/a>.\n\nRather than use free time to rest and recharge personal batteries, many opted to fill those hours with work instead \u2014 <em>\u201cas a way to feel worthy, fulfilled, and in control,\u201d<\/em> Esquer said. Being productive helps to take our mind off things and gives us a dopamine hit, albeit temporarily. That\u2019s why when we\u2019re faced with stressors or threats beyond our control, we tend to focus on small things that we can control \u2014 such as cleaning the house, or excelling at work.\n\nBut being productive is only a temporary bandage. It doesn\u2019t address the actual stress and discomfort you feel.\n<h2 id=\"signs-youre-falling-into-a-toxic-productivity-trap\">Signs you&#8217;re falling into a toxic productivity trap<\/h2>\nAchieving a certain level of productivity is healthy, that\u2019s why it can be hard to identify the line where your work ethic starts to become toxic. Recognising that you have a problem with toxic productivity is the important first step \u2014 here are the red flags to look out for.\n<h3 id=\"1-poor-mental-health\">1. Poor mental health<\/h3>\nDo you feel a constant sense of work-related guilt? Like you should be doing more, and that if you\u2019re not doing something, you\u2019re just wasting your time away?\n\nYou set unrealistic expectations, and when you don\u2019t finish your unattainable plans for your day, you\u2019re convinced that your workload isn\u2019t the issue, it\u2019s you. Even though you\u2019ve accomplished a decent amount of tasks.\n\nYou feel guilty for falling behind and not achieving more, and start the self-loathing process of beating yourself up for not being as focused or efficient as you should be. Then you pressure yourself to perform even better the next day, and the cycle repeats.\n\nIf you\u2019re constantly anxious, worried, or depressed, and you feel disconnected from the things that used to bring you joy \u2014 that\u2019s a big warning sign.\n<h3 id=\"2-neglected-work-life-balance\">2. Neglected work-life balance<\/h3>\nIt\u2019s completely normal to pull long days every once in a while for a huge project, but choosing to work overtime voluntarily on a regular basis is indicative of toxic productivity.\n\nIf you\u2019re working late nights, on weekends, and replying to emails or work messages in your downtime \u2014 how many hours do you actually have to yourself? Your relationships with your partner, family, and friends may be suffering if you\u2019re always choosing to prioritise work over spending quality time with them.\n\nThe key thing to note is that there is a difference between toxic productivity and overworking \u2014 one is by choice, and the other is by necessity. If your job doesn\u2019t require you to push yourself that hard and it\u2019s completely because of self-imposed expectations, it\u2019s time to reflect on the reasons behind it and stop yourself from doing so.\n<h3 id=\"3-constant-exhaustion-and-burnout\">3. Constant exhaustion and burnout<\/h3>\nToxic productivity can seem like you\u2019re constantly speeding ahead like a bullet train, except there are no brakes in place. Trying to work at your full capacity all the time can take a serious toll on both your physical health and mental health.\n\nIt isn\u2019t sustainable at all, and eventually leads to <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/resources\/wellness-at-work-report\/\">burnout<\/a> \u2014 an occupational phenomenon we\u2019re all too familiar with. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/resources\/wellness-at-work-report\/\">Wellness at Work 2022 report<\/a> found that 53% of employees are feeling burnt out from work, which erodes their motivation, causing high turnover as well as low workplace morale.\n\nIf you wake up every morning feeling exhausted and fatigued, that\u2019s not something to accept as normal. It\u2019s a sign that you\u2019ve been pushing yourself too hard.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"GIF of a woman saying why are we so obsessed with working ourselves to death?\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4418\" height=\"300\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/image2.gif\" width=\"300\"\/>\n<h3 id=\"4-evaluating-the-purpose-of-every-action\">4. Evaluating the purpose of every action<\/h3>\nWhen you suffer from toxic productivity, you tend to want the activities you do to have a purpose. What does this lead to? What is the end goal? Is it the best way of using my time or should I do something \u2018better\u2019? Am I filling up my calendar with as many things as possible?\n\nSome activities might feel like a waste of time if they don\u2019t help you to achieve your goals. Spending some quiet time alone, or hanging out with friends and family may seem \u2018unproductive\u2019 \u2014 because you don\u2019t see the tangible results it can give you. That leads to a very toxic mindset of placing a value on everything you do, where you just can\u2019t sit and appreciate a moment for what it is anymore.\n<h2 id=\"how-to-navigate-toxic-productivity-at-work\">How to navigate toxic productivity at work<\/h2>\nIt\u2019s tempting to use productivity as a benchmark for your self worth \u2014 but the key is constant productivity, not excessive standards of productivity. It\u2019s not about pushing your limits and being a workaholic 24\/7, it\u2019s a long distance marathon where you have to pace yourself.\n\nThere\u2019s a reason why self care is so important if we want to be performing at our best \u2014 we all need adequate rest, sleep, and quality time with ourselves and our loved ones. When your mental health and physical health are well taken care of, only then can you bring your best self to work.\n\nHere are some ways you and your team can break the cycle of toxic productivity, and restore much needed work-life balance.\n\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"computer, cup of coffee and notepad on desk\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4478\" height=\"780\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/image7.png\" width=\"1170\" srcset=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/07\/image7.png 1170w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/07\/image7-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/07\/image7-1024x683.png 1024w, https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2022\/07\/image7-768x512.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1170px) 100vw, 1170px\" \/>\n<h3 id=\"1-set-clear-boundaries\">1. Set clear boundaries<\/h3>\nTo break the cycle of toxic productivity, you need to clearly demarcate work time and personal time. This is especially important for <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/resources\/remote-work-report\/\">remote workers<\/a> who deal with blurred lines.\n\nWhere possible, try to maintain a physical barrier between your professional and personal lives. If you have space for a home office or study in a separate room \u2014 that\u2019s perfect. It helps to compartmentalise things, and try to keep all work-related tasks designated to that room (and not the living room couch or your bed). Even if you\u2019re working from the living room at home, try to organise it neatly and pack things away when you\u2019re done for the day. You\u2019ll find that keeping work out of sight helps to keep it out of mind too.\n\nThe same rule applies to digital workspaces \u2014 if you have work email and message notifications turned on all the time, that\u2019s going to distract you from getting the rest you need. Being always-on and available 24\/7 is a fast pass to getting burnt out, and you don\u2019t want to be experiencing that. Set time periods for your notifications, so you stop receiving them after work hours. That way, you can disconnect completely, and if your team needs to contact you urgently, let them know that they can send you a text or call.\n\nMake sure you give yourself (and your team) clear start and finish times too. That way, everyone is aligned on expectations and can log off without guilt. And if you\u2019re a manager, make sure that these boundaries are adhered to and respected. Avoid sending or responding to messages on your days off or outside work hours, and ensure that your team does the same. Detach completely while you\u2019re off work, so you can be focused and present when you come back.\n<h3 id=\"2-master-the-art-of-prioritising\">2. Master the art of prioritising<\/h3>\nWith clear boundaries set in place, the next step is to prioritise your tasks effectively. Set realistic goals to complete within a reasonable time frame. While you\u2019re setting the time frame, be sure to factor in some buffer time because you\u2019ll need breaks along the way.\n\nHere at 91±¬ΑΟ, we like to use <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/resources\/okrs-guide\/\">OKRs to help guide our goals<\/a> at work. They\u2019re created top-down and bottom-up, so employees have visibility and control over their roles and expectations at work, and how that ladders up to team objectives and subsequently company objectives.\n\nInstead of mindlessly working excessive hours and pushing yourself to unhealthy extremes, having a clear structure of your goals at work helps you identify what tasks to prioritise. Differentiate the tasks that are more urgent and must be done immediately, versus what can wait.\n\nWhen you learn how to prioritise your to-do list accordingly, you\u2019ll be able to achieve more realistic goals, focus on the key tasks ahead, delegate if necessary, and even delete some items. Work smarter, not harder.\n<h3 id=\"3-breaks-breaks-breaks\">3. Breaks, breaks, breaks<\/h3>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" alt=\"girl on mat meditating\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-4425\" height=\"1999\" src=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/07\/image5.jpg\" width=\"1749\"\/>\n\nBuilding in time for rest is crucial \u2014 we\u2019re not robots. No one can keep working continuously non-stop! Besides, it\u2019s beneficial to take short breaks in between work, because sometimes you can get lost in it all when you\u2019re so focused. Having a brief intermission allows you to take a step back, rest, and come back to it with fresh eyes \u2014 it\u2019s also known as \u2018goal reactivation\u2019.\n\nExtensive research has shown that having sporadic breaks <a href=\"https:\/\/www.psychologytoday.com\/us\/blog\/changepower\/201704\/how-do-work-breaks-help-your-brain-5-surprising-answers\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">increase productivity and creativity<\/a>. It also <a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/2014\/08\/schedule-a-15-minute-break-before-you-burn-out\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">replenishes our energy and improves decision-making<\/a>. If you find it hard to tear yourself away from the desk sometimes, schedule strategic 15-minute breaks throughout the day to prevent yourself from overworking.\n\nAn additional way to incorporate regular breaks into your routine is through the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=cFjK5WLpSHE\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">3M framework<\/a> \u2014 which highlights three types of breaks you need:\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Macro breaks<\/strong> \u2014 A half or full day off per month, like hikes or day trips;<\/li>\n<li><strong>Meso breaks<\/strong> \u2014 1 to 2 hours per week, like practising a hobby, playing a sport; and<\/li>\n<li><strong>Micro breaks<\/strong> \u2014 A few minutes several times a day, like quick walks, stretching, and meditation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\nThese breaks don\u2019t mean kicking back and scrolling mindlessly through your phone \u2014 you need to make it intentional and focus on disconnecting psychologically from work. Carving out these chunks of time is important to practice \u2018<a href=\"https:\/\/laurieruettimann.com\/how-to-detach-from-work\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">professional detachment<\/a>\u2019, and remind yourself that your role at work does not define your self-worth entirely.\n\nLastly, we know that sometimes your schedule can get <em>really<\/em> packed \u2014 but please don&#8217;t dismiss your <a href=\"https:\/\/hbr.org\/2021\/01\/take-your-lunch-break\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">lunch breaks<\/a> either. Take them and have them the way you like, don\u2019t rush through it or sit at your desk finishing it.\n<h3 id=\"4-seek-help-from-a-mental-health-professional\">4. Seek help from a mental health professional<\/h3>\nMental health is just as important as physical health. We all struggle with it in different ways, and just as you would visit a doctor when you\u2019re feeling unwell, it\u2019s important to seek help from a mental health professional when you\u2019re overwhelmed by negative emotions.\n\nIf you have a great <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/blog\/workplace-wellness-programs-companies\/\">workplace wellness program<\/a> to tap on, good on you! Having access to an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provides a safe space where you can have free and confidential counselling sessions.\n\nToxic productivity is often a manifestation of underlying feelings which haven\u2019t been addressed head-on, such as low self esteem, fear of failure, <a href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/blog\/how-to-help-your-team-beat-imposter-syndrome\/\">imposter syndrome<\/a>, constantly comparing yourself to others, or general stress from work or other factors. Rather than letting them fester, it\u2019s important to learn how to process them in a healthy way.\n\nDrowning yourself in work isn\u2019t the solution you\u2019re looking for \u2014 a mental health professional will be able to guide you with relevant tips and tricks on dealing with your emotions.\n<h2 id=\"go-the-extra-mile-to-practice-self-care\">Go the extra mile to practice self care<\/h2>\nIt can be hard taking care of yourself when you\u2019re constantly prioritising work projects over self care. Avoid toxic productivity and workplace burnout by really making the effort to do things which make you happy \u2014 it can be as simple as a morning walk, visiting your favourite cafe for a coffee and a croissant, or indulging in reality TV.\n\nFocus on unwinding and de-stressing. When you\u2019re caught up in toxic productivity, you might attach goals to things even outside of work. You don\u2019t just want to go for a run, you want to train for a marathon. You don\u2019t just want to read a book, you want to complete your aim of reading 50 novels this year. It\u2019s exhausting attaching productivity to every single aspect of your life, and sure, whilst it can be fulfilling for some, it\u2019s toxic when you set goals that don\u2019t even inspire or motivate you.\n\nInstead of feeding your need for productivity, why not get comfortable with doing absolutely nothing? Be intentionally unproductive. You don\u2019t have to be hitting a target all the time.\n<h2 id=\"learn-more-about-wellness-at-work-today\">Learn more about wellness at work today<\/h2>\nIt\u2019s time to stop obsessively chasing that \u2018make-the-most-out-of-every-minute\u2019 attitude, and learn how to strike a healthy balance.\n\nOur <a class=\"waffle-rich-text-link\" href=\"https:\/\/employmenthero.com\/sg\/resources\/wellness-at-work-report\/\">Wellness at Work 2022 report<\/a> has everything you need to know about workplace wellbeing.\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-2 wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\" data-trigger-modal=\"request-a-demo-modal\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\">Learn more<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignfull has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20)\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-content-justification-space-between is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-14 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--10)\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Related Resources<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-link-arrow is-style-link-arrow--3\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link has-btn-brand-background-color has-background wp-element-button\" href=\"\/resources\/?topic%5B0%5D%5B0%5D=Product\">View all<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-query blog-3-col-query-loop is-layout-flow wp-block-query-is-layout-flow\"><ul class=\"columns-3 alignfull wp-block-post-template is-layout-grid wp-container-core-post-template-is-layout-2 wp-block-post-template-is-layout-grid\"><li class=\"wp-block-post post-27886 post type-post status-publish format-standard has-post-thumbnail hentry category-uncategorized resource-type-blog\">\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-border-color has-neutral-100-border-color has-white-background-color has-background is-vertical is-layout-flex wp-container-core-group-is-layout-17 wp-block-group-is-layout-flex\" style=\"border-width:1px;min-height:100%\"><figure style=\"aspect-ratio:16\/9;width:100%;height:100%; 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