> this deep seated desire to do more work is not a positive thing
This, 100%. I got trapped in a work loop for several months this past year and am slowly recovering from it.
One of the most important rules for sustainable productivity that doesn't damage your health is having hard limits for the amount of time you spend working. It's very tough, especially when there are deadlines and other people encouraging you to exceed safe limits.
This, 100%. I got trapped in a work loop for several months this past year and am slowly recovering from it.
One of the most important rules for sustainable productivity that doesn't damage your health is having hard limits for the amount of time you spend working. It's very tough, especially when there are deadlines and other people encouraging you to exceed safe limits.