
Overcommitting Benefits No One

Many people who work too hard, or for too long, end up being trapped by their own perfectionism and sense of responsibility – they feel, deep down, that there is ‘no escape’.
Prof. Mark Williams • Mindfulness: A practical guide to finding peace in a frantic world

Trying to live up to exaggerated ideals can lead to stress, confusion, and depression. For instance, if you are trying to be a perfect parent, spouse, or even worker, you can exhaust yourself by worrying about whether you are meeting the ideal standard. This ideal may actually be a hodgepodge of what you have heard, what you have seen, or even how
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Fear of failure causes us to endlessly stop and start, resulting in an uneven path where we keep going back to our comfort zone before trying to progress again. Toxic productivity leads to burnout, creating ups and downs. Working in isolation means we lack the support networks to help smooth the way. Following that wild, twisted path with its inten
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