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In the era of hustle culture, working hard has become the benchmark of success. Overtime is seen as a badge of dedication. An empty calendar can trigger guilt. But... how long can we keep the pedal down without hitting the brakes?
The real question is: Do we work to live, or are we living just to work?
This concept means working just enough to meet life’s needs — financial, self-fulfillment, and social contribution — without sacrificing personal balance.
People who work to live understand that balance = sustainability. They're still productive — without losing their sense of self.
When life revolves solely around offices, emails, meetings, and to-do lists, we start sacrificing what matters most: time, relationships, and health.
According to the WHO, burnout is a chronic work-related stress condition that isn't successfully managed — and it can seriously impact your mental and physical health.
A life centered only on work may look "productive" on the outside, but it can be fragile on the inside. Studies link overworking to higher risks of heart disease, sleep disorders, and depression.
In contrast, people who maintain a work-life balance tend to:
Remember: You're not a machine. Taking a break doesn't mean you're failing.
So before you take on another project or work late again tonight, ask yourself:
"Am I working to live... or living to work?"
